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iToretDOtt) 

I^T  is  customary  in  most  households, 
where  the  family  spirit  recognizes 
the  kindness  of  God  in  guarding 
the  lives  and  souls  of  His  people,  to 
pause  for  a  moment  before  the  meal  at 
which  the  family  is  gathered  together 
and  have  offered  a  simple  prayer  of 
thanks  to  our  Father  in  Heaven  for  His 
provision  of  the  means  by  which  we  live. 
This  little  act  of  devotion,  simple  as 
it  may  appear,  doubtless  has  kept  pure 
and  holy  the  spirits  of  tmtold  millions, 
to  whom  its  observance  is  both  an  act 
of  sincere  gratitude  and  a  gentle  but 

3 


powerful  reminder  of  the  constant  rela- 
tion between  Our  Lord  and  His  children. 

Yet,  if  the  form  of  grace  which  is 
spoken  has  been  used  over  and  over 
again  in  the  same  family,  it  is  not 
unlikely  that  it  may  become  merely  a 
matter  of  form  and  lose  much  of  its 
meaning  and  helpfulness  from  the  mo- 
notony of  constant  repetition;  or,  if  the 
speaker  tries  to  relieve  this  monotony 
by  searching  out  fresh  texts  or  to  com- 
pose suitable  brief  prayers,  he  may  at 
times  have  difficulty  in  finding  appro- 
priate words  in  which  to  express 
the  feelings  of  his  family  on  these 
occasions. 

There  is  also  a  large  number  of  homes 
in  which  the  gentle  tribute  of  grace 
before  meals  is  often  neglected,  or  has 
not  perhaps  been  customary,  although 


the  atmosphere  may  be  really  religious 
and  a  strong  desire  prevail  to  keep  it 
so.  Possibly  the  person  who  should 
lead  the  thoughts  of  his  little  circle  in 
these  lines  has  his  mind  on  objects  of 
material  necessity  and  does  not  find 
it  easy  to  give  voice  to  the  convictions 
which  really  lie  deep  in  his  heart. 

And  there  are  too  many  other  dwell- 
ings where  the  spirit  of  thankfulness 
to  God  but  rarely  makes  itself  heard, 
although  there  may  be  within  their 
walls  young  children  or  others  to  whom 
a  few  moments  daily  spent  in  devotion 
would  mean  a  gain  in  goodness  and  in 
character. 

This  little  book  has  been  prepared 
for  the  home  ckcle,  in  the  hope  that  it 
may  encourage  reverence  and  grati- 
tude by  supplying  appropriate  graces 


to  be  spoken  before  meals  at  which 
the  family  meets  together,  and  to 
provide  a  pleasing  variety  of  form  with 
special  prayers  for  national  feast-days 
without  doctrinal  or  denominational 
allusions. 

In  preparing  and  arranging  these 
pages  the  editors  have  spared  no  pains 
to  make  a  book  that  will  be  practi- 
cal and  useful.  Valuable  suggestions 
gleaned  from  many  sources  have  been 
incorporated.  It  is  not  the  product 
of  one  mind,  but  rather  the  assembled 
expressions  of  many  devout  servants  of 
God,  and  this  book  as  it  goes  forth  on 
its  mission  is  also  an  answer  to  numer- 
ous requests  that  such  a  volume  be 
given  to  the  public. 


3januarp 


3fanuarp  l*    Q^omins 

As  we  gather  around  the  festive  board  this 
beautiful  New  Year's  Day,  we  thank  Thee 
dear  Lord  for  Thy  goodness  to  us,  and  pray 
God  the  hungry  everywhere  may  be  fed.  Be 
with  us  during  this  day,  guide  and  keep  us, 
we  ask  in  His  name.    Amen, 


3fanuatg  i*    jeoonDag 

naetD  Peafa  ©raHct 

0  God,  our  good  desires  fulfil ; 

The  bad  do  Thou  restrain; 
Reveal  to  us  Thy  Holy  Will, 

And  make  our  duty  plain. 

Sustain  us  by  Thy  heavenly  grace 
And  all  our  needs  supply, 

Help  us  to  run  the  heavenly  race 
With  Jesus  ever  nigh.     Amen. 

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Jlanuarg  I*    eueninff 

/f5fto  PtBt*0  Dap 

We  ask  Heaven's  blessing  to  descend  on 
the  food  which  is  before  us.  May  this  New 
Year  find  us  more  willing  to  do  Thy  bidding, 
for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

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3[anuatg  2 

For  the  continuance  of  Thy  loving  kindness 
unto  us,  v/e  give  Thee  all  thanks,  O  Lord. 
Fulfil  all  our  needs  and  save  us,  for  Jesus' 
sake.      Amen. 

SB 

3[anuatg  3 

For  every  gift  of  nature  and  of  grace,  for  our 
heavenly  vision  of  Thee,  for  all  blessings 
within  and  without,  for  all  that  Thy  love  has 
yet  in  store  for  us,  0  God,  we  give  Thee  gra- 
cious thanks.     Through  Christ  Jesus.     Amen. 

10 


3fanuatp  4 

Thou  knowest  what  things  we  have  need  of, 
even  before  we  ask  Thee.  In  Thy  mercy 
behold  our  present  wants  and  be  ever  gracious 
unto  Thy  servants,  for  Christ's  sake.    Amen. 


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3[anuatp  5 

Wherein  we  have  done  amiss,  we  humbly 
crave  Thy  forgiveness,  O  Father  in  Heaven. 
Draw  near  to  us  now  and  overshadow  us  with 
Thy  great  goodness,  for  Jesus*  sake.    Amen, 


SB 


3Ianuatg  6 

0  God  let  all  the  world  bless  Thee,  for  there 
is  none  without  the  token  of  Thy  favor.  We, 
the  children  of  Thy  love,  rejoice  to  acknow- 
ledge Thy  goodness.  Grant  that  we  may  of 
Thy  mercy  inherit  the  eternal  blessedness  of 
Heaven.     Amen. 

II 


3fanuatp  7 

Make  us  slow  to  forget  Thee,  0  God,  as  we 
have  reason  to  remember  Thee  constantly. 
Hast  Thou  not  supplied  all  our  wants  ?  In  all 
that  Thou  dost  for  us,  may  Thy  holy  name  be 
glorified.    Amen. 


3fanuarp  8 

Every  creature,  0  God,  is  the  recipient  of 
Thy  grace.  Make  us  all  more  thankful  to 
Thee,  and  help  us  to  praise  and  serve  Thee, 
for  Thy  name's  sake.     Amen. 

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3fanuatp  9 

In  Thy  great  love,  dear  Lord,  Thou  didst  go 
through  the  shadows  and  the  gloom  and  the 
agony  of  Mount  Calvary,  in  order  that  we 
might  know  the  brightness,  the  gladness,  the 
glory  of  Paradise.  Through  all  our  lives  Thy 
love  has  never  failed  us,  and  we  would  com- 
memorate it  again  as  we  are  gathered  around 
this  table  of  Thy  bounty.     Amen. 

12 


3fanuarp  lo 

Thou  hast  saved  and  preserved  us,  0  Lord, 
and  may  we  by  our  lives  never  bring  reproach 
upon  the  name  of  Jesus,  but  ever  learn  to  live 
for  Thee,  and  to  Thy  honor.     Amen. 

3Ianuatp  u 

We  thank  Thee,  Father,  for  the  measure  of 
health  and  strength  we  have,  wherewith  to  do 
our  daily  work  and  to  serve  Thee.  Keep  us 
healthful,  useful  and  faithful,  for  the  Christ's 
sake.     Amen, 


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3Ianuatp  12 

When  all  Thy  mercies,  0  my  God  I 

My  rising  soul  surveys. 
Transported  with  the  view,  Pm  lost 

In  wonder,  love  and  praise. 
Ten  thousand  thousand  precious  gifts 

Our  daily  thanks  employ. 
Nor  is  the  least  a  cheerful  heart 

That  tastes  those  gifts  with  joy.     Amen. 

13 


3Ianuarg  13 

All  and  more  than  all  we  need,  0  Lord,  Thou 
hast  given  to  us.  May  we  ever  thank  Thee 
humbly  and  serve  Thee  willingly.  Save  us 
from  all  sin.      Amen. 


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3Ianuarp  14 

Lord,  wilt  Thou  never  cease  Thy  kindly 
care  over  us,  and  may  we  also  continue  un- 
ceasingly to  bless  Thee  for  all  Thy  past  and 
present  blessings.     Amen. 


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3fanuatp  15 

God,  be  merciful  unto  us,  and  bless  us,  and 
make  Thy  face  to  shine  upon  us,  that  Thy  way 
may  be  known  upon  earth.  Thy  saving  health 
among  all  nations.  Then  shall  the  earth 
yield  her  increase,  and  God,  even  our  own  God, 
shall  bless  us.     Amen. 

14 


3Ianuarp  16 

Teach  us,  Jesus,  that  as  we  have  done  unto 
the  least  of  Thy  brethren  we  have  done  unto 
Thee.  Grant  that  this  food  may  strengthen 
us  in  body  and  mind  to  serve  Thee  by  doing 
good  unto  our  fellowmen.    Amen. 

m 
3fanuatp  17 

We  are  bound  to  Thee,  0  Lord,  by  the  ties 
of  a  great  love.  May  that  love  lead  us  into 
the  paths  of  duty,  that  as  Thou  hast  done 
mercifully  unto  us,  so  may  we  ever  try  to  be 
worthy  of  Thee.     Amen. 

m 
Januarp  18 

Blessed  be  the  Lord  for  all  his  mercies,  for 
giving  us  food  to  eat  and  raiment  to  wear,  and 
for  delivering  us  from  many  evils  which  our 
sins  have  justly  deserved.  We  thank  Thee,  espe- 
cially, 0  Lord,  for  the  gift  of  Jesus  Christ,  Thy 
Son,  for  whose  sake  we  pray  Thee  to  pardon 
our  offences,  and  to  receive  our  souls.    Amen. 

15 


3Ianuarg  19 

Do  Thou  bless  our  meal  to-day,  and  may 
Thy  Spiritual  Presence  fill  us  with  gratitude 
for  all  these  abundant  blessings.     Amen. 

m 
3Ianuarg  20 

Grant,  Lord,  to  provide  clothing  and  shelter 
for  the  poor  this  day.  Feed  the  hungry,  and 
soothe  the  sick.  May  Thy  Spirit  of  Good  fill 
all  our  hearts  as  we  receive  of  Thee.  We  give 
Thee  every  thanks.     Amen. 


3Ianuatg  21 

Let  us  with  a  gladsome  mind, 
Praise  the  Lord  for  he  is  kind: 
All  things  living  he  doth  feed; 
His  full  hand  supplies  their  need: 
For  his  mercies  shall  endure. 
Ever  faithful,  ever  sure.     Amen. 

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3fanuatg  22 

Give  us  grace  to  be  grateful  for  the  blessings 
which  Thou  hast  so  bountifully  spread  before 
us  to-day.    In  Thine  own  name.     Amen, 


* 


3[anuatp  23 

0  Thou  who  satisfiest  our  mouths  with 
the  good  things,  we  praise  Thee  for  Thy 
gracious  providence,  and  invoke  Thy  blessing 
as  we  partake.     Amen. 

3Ianuatp  24 

Again,  Lord,  Thou  hast  shown  forth  Thy 
mighty  love  in  providing  us  this  food.  May 
we  devote  its  sustaining  power  to  the  cause  for 
which  Thou  wouldst  have  us  labor.  Bless  all 
that  is  undertaken  for  Thee,  in  Jesus'  name. 
Amen. 

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3Ianuatg  25 

0  Lord,  we  thank  Thee  for  these  mercies 
and  the  food  laid  before  us.  Help  us  to 
realize  Thy  great  favors  to  us  and  let  our 
health  and  strength  be  devoted  to  Thy  work. 
Amen. 

3[anuarg  26 

We  give  Thee  thanks,  for  life  and  all  its 
blessings.  Give  Thou  this  food  to  nourish 
our  bodies,  and  Thy  Word  of  Truth  to  sustain 
our  souls.    Amen. 


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3[anuatp  27 

While  satisfying  our  physical  hunger  and 
thirst,  grant  us,  Lord,  to  have  that  more 
blessed  Hunger  and  Thirst  after  righteousness. 
Protect  us  from  unworthy  desires  and  am- 
bitions. Show  us  what  is  Thy  gracious  will 
for  us,  and  accept  all  our  thanks.     Amen. 

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3fanuarg  28 

What  is  Man,  0  Lprd,  that  Thou  art  mind- 
ful of  him?  And  yet  we  give  Thee  thanks 
that  we  are  the  constant  objects  of  all  Thy 
love  and  watchcare.    Amen. 

3[anuatg  29 

We  thank  Thee,  0  Lord,  for  the  food  pro- 
vided us  each  day  and  we  pray  thajt  it  shall 
strengthen  our  love  for  Thee  and  give  us  the 
spirit  to  enter  into  Thy  work.     Amen. 

3Ianuatp  30 

We  need  no  greater  proof  of  Thy  love  than 
the  blessings  Thou  dost  continually  shower 
upon  us.  The  sunshine  and  the  rain  both 
in  their  own  way  minister  to  us.  So  also  do 
joy  and  sorrow,  if  in  the  midst  of  them  we 
have  the  faith  to  remember  Thee.  Grant  us 
this  faith,  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

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3Ianuatg  31 

Thou  hast  dealt  kindly  with  us,  Heavenly 
Father,  in  giving  the  grace  of  comfort.  We 
rejoice  in  the  privilege  of  acknowledging  all 
again  unto  Thee  with  thanksgiving.     Amen. 


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ifefiruarp  l 

The  earth  is  the  Lord*s  and  the  fullness 
thereof.  We  praise  Thy  holy  name  that  out 
of  Thy  plenty  Thou  hast  so  well  remem- 
bered our  necessities.     Amen. 

iFefiruatp  2 

Lord,  Thou  hast  been  our  dwelling  place. 
Supply  our  need.  Pardon  all  our  past  wrongs, 
and  grant  that  the  rest  of  our  days  may  be 
such  that  we  may  have  no  fear  of  the  Great 
Beyond.  In  the  Saviour's  name  we  ask  it. 
Amen. 

ifelituatp  3 

Almighty  God,  Thou  art  the  Source  and 
Fountain  of  all  our  benefits.  We  are  truly 
thankful  for  these  blessings,  and  pray  that 
Thou  wilt  crown  them  with  Thy  spiritual 
presence.     Amen. 

23 


jFefituatg  4 

We  give  Thee  thanks,  0  Lord,  for  the  ma- 
terial comforts  we  do  this  day  enjoy,  and  for 
spiritual  comforts  which  exceed  all  the  delights 
of  the  world.     Amen. 

m 
jFefituatp  5 

Help  us,  0  Lord,  to  rejoice  and  be  glad  in 
this  the  Day  that  Thou  hast  made.  We  praise 
Thee  for  Thy  bountiful  provisions  for  our 
bodies  and  souls.  Strengthen  and  upbuild 
us  this  day,  and  make  us  like  unto  Thyself. 
Amen. 

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iFefiruarg  6 

Holy  Father,  give  us  this  day  our  daily 
bread.  May  we  appropriate  to  its  proper  uce 
the  food  before  us,  and  render  ever  unto  Thee 
the  thanks  that  are  Thine.  In  Christ's  name. 
Amen. 

24 


JFefituatp  7 

Keep  us  ever  humble,  Lord,  that  we  may 
be  the  ready  recipients  of  Thy  goodness. 
Deliver  us  from  pride  and  wickedness,  and 
supply  our  wants.    Amen. 

iFe&tuatp  8 

Once  more,  0  Christ,  we  are  reminded  that 
Thou  dost  never  forget  Thine  own.  In  loving 
providence.  Thou  art  the  same  yesterday  and 
to-day  and  forever.  We  magnify  Thy  great 
name,  and  pray  Thine  aid  continually.    Amen. 

jFefituatp  9 

Thou  knowest,  0  Lord,  what  things  we 
have  need  of  before  we  ask  Thee.  All  the 
blessings  that  we  receive  do  constantly 
remind  us  of  Thy  unfailing  love  for  us.  We 
give  Thee  all  praise.     Amen. 

as 


jfeftruarp  10 

Thy  mercies,  0  Heavenly  Father,  are  new 
each  day  and  we  pray  Thee  that  Thou  wilt 
constantly  renew  us  in  strength  of  body  and 
spirit  to  serve  Thee  acceptably.     Amen. 

jFebtuatp  II 

In  the  strength  of  this  food  give  unto  us 
continuance  of  life,  0  God,  that  we  may  be 
spared  longer  to  permeate  with  the  spirit  of 
Jesus,  this  world  in  which  we  live.  To  His 
blessed  name  be  glory  and  honor,  forever. 
Amen. 

* 

ifefituarp  12 

We  do  thank  Thee,  0  God,  for  the  measure 
of  blessing  Thou  hast  been  pleased  to  bestow 
upon  us,  and  that  Thou,  who  art  the  possessor 
of  every  good  thing,  art  not  forgetful  of  our 
present  need.     Amen. 

26 


jFeliruatp  13 

0  Lord,  our  God,  in  Thee  do  we  put  our 
trust.  Renew  from  day  to  day  these  present 
favors,  and  give  us  faith  ever  to  accept  Thy 
gifts  with  grateful  hearts.     Amen. 

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jFefituarg  14 

Like  as  a  father  pitieth  his  children,  so,  0 
Lord,  Thou  lovest  them  that  fear  Thee.  It  is 
with  childlike  trust  we  look  unto  Thee  this 
day  for  the  food  we  so  constantly  are  in  need 
of,  and  Thou  art  so  constant  in  providing. 
Amen. 

IFelituari?  15 

Thou  that  forgettest  not  the  cry  of  the 
humble,  we  praise  Thee  for  the  mercies  of  this 
hour,  and  implore  that  Thou  wilt  give  unto 
us  to  be  ever  grateful  for  Thy  love.    Amen. 

27 


JFefiruarp  16 

As  our  Lord  Jesus  has  taught  us  by  His 
word  and  His  example,  we  give  Thee  thanks, 
our  Father,  for  the  meat  and  drink  that  Thou 
hast  given  for  our  bodily  sustenance.    Amen. 


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ifefituarp  17 

Bless  the  Lord,  0  my  Soul,  and  forget  not 
all  His  benefits.  Who  healeth  all  thy  diseases. 
Who  forgiveth  all  thine  iniquities.  Who 
satisfieth  thy  mouth  with  good  things.  Who 
crowneth  thee  with  loving  kindness.     Amen. 


jFelituarp  18 

0  Lord,  we  thank  Thee  for  life  and  the  joy 
of  living,  for  health  and  strength,  and  for 
these  blessings  fresh  from  Thine  hand  of  love. 
Through  Jesus  Christ.    Amen. 

26 


JFefituatp  19 

Lord,  Thou  art  our  Shepherd,  we  shall  not 
want,  give  us  peace  and  blessing.  Refresh 
our  bodies.  Restore  our  souls.  Lead  us  in 
the  paths  of  the  righteous  for  Thy  name's  sake. 
Amen. 

* 

Jfelituatp  20 

Our  Heavenly  Father,  give  us  grateful 
hearts  for  this,  an  expression  of  Thy  great 
love  for  us,  bless  this  food  to  the  nourishment 
of  our  bodies,  take  away  our  sins,  and  finally 
own  and  crown  us  Thine  in  Heaven,  for 
Christ's  sake.     Amen. 


Jfefituatp  21 

Lord,  Thou  art  not  far  from  every  one  of  us, 
and  moment  by  moment  we  have  reason  to 
acknowledge  Thy  nearness  because  of  these. 
Thy  constant  blessings.     Amen. 

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JFefiruatp  22 

We  thank  Thee,  0  God,  for  the  memory  of 
him  whose  birth  we  celebrate  to-day.  We 
thank  Thee  that  Thou  didst  give  to  this  man 
the  broad  vision  and  the  mighty  inspiration 
that  was  able  to  lead  our  nation  to  indepen- 
dence. Continue  Thy  guiding  of  our  rulers, 
that  all  may  have  the  courage  and  foresight 
to  work  out  Thy  mighty  purposes  in  this  Thy 
promised  land  of  freedom.  The  glory  shall  be 
Thine.    Amen, 


^ 


JFefiruatg  23 

Thou  art  the  living  God,  near  to  Thy  human 
creatures,  and  the  same  forevermore.  Accept 
our  thanks  for  this  daily  revelation  of  Thy 
love  and  nearness.     Amen. 

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jFefiruarp  24 

Dear  Lord,  let  it  be  our  earnest  prayer  to 
serve  Thee  better  day  by  day  as  we  grow  in 
grace  and  trust  to  Thee  for  our  wants  in  soul 
and  body.  Bless  our  humble  home,  where 
we  trust  Thee  all  and  in  all,  and  where  Thou 
hast  given  bountifully  to  such  as  would  receive 
Thee.     Amen. 


For  these  and  all  His  blessings,  God»s  Holy 
name  be  praised,  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 


* 


JFelituat^  26 

All  things  come  of  Thee,  0  Lord,  and  for 
these  and  all  Thy  blessings  we  give  hearty 
thanks  in  the  name  of  Christ  our  Redeemer. 
Amen. 

3« 


ifefituatp  27 

0  Lord,  our  most  gracious  Heavenly  Father, 
bless  these  Thy  gifts  which  we  are  about  to 
receive  from  Thy  bountiful  fold.  Bless  each 
one  of  us,  and  look  upon  us  in  mercy,  in  the 
sweet  name  of  Jesus  our  Saviour*    Amen* 


* 


jFeStuatp  28 

Bless,.  0  Lord,  this  provision  of  Thy  good- 
ness to  our  use,  and  us  to  Thy  service  for 
Christ's  sake.    Amen. 


jFefttuarg  29 

Bless,  0  Lord,  this  food  to  our  use,  and  us  in 
Thy  service;  through  Jesus  Christ  our  Lord. 
Amen. 

32 


£@are]i) 


Thanks  be  to  Thee,  0  Lord,  for  these  and 
all  the  blessings  so  generously  provided.  We 
thank  Thee  in  the  name  of  Christ.    Amen. 


SB 


We  give  Thee  thanks,  0  Heavenly  Father, 
for  our  food  which  Thou  dost  provide  for  us. 
Our  thanksgiving  could  never  measure  up  to 
Thy  gifts,  but  we  pray  Thee  to  make  us  all 
more  conscious  of  Thy  blessed  goodness,  and 
help  us  to  know  Thyself;  we  ask  it  in  Jesus' 
name.    Amen. 


90atc6  3 

Lord,  we  thank  Thee  for  this  food.  Sanctify 
it  to  our  use,  pardon  our  sins  and  save  us,  for 
Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

35 


For  the  food  of  which  we  are  about  to  par- 
take, we  thank  Thee,  0  Lord,  in  Christ'i 
name.    Amen. 


mi 


Our  Heavenly  Father,  bless  us  as  we  are 
about  to  partake  of  this  our  food  which  Thou 
dost  give  each  one  of  us.  Teach  us  to  know 
more  the  meaning  of  these  words,  "Give  us 
this  day  our  daily  bread,"  and  to  be  more 
grateful  to  Thee,  in  Christ  Jesus*  name. 
Amen. 

0 


O  dear  Heavenly  Father,  who  lookest  down 
upon  us  in  mercy  and  pitying  love,  we  do 
thank  Thee  for  our  daily  repast  from  Thine 
earthly  store,  for  our  burden  is  light  with 
Thy  grace.     Amen. 

36 


Q9atc|)  7 

0  God,  Thy  mercies  are  fresh  every  day  and 
call  forth  each  day  anew  our  voices  of  thanks- 
giving.    Through  Jesus  Christ.     Amen. 

^atcl)  8 

Father  in  heaven,  look  upon  our  table  and 
bless  this  which  Thou  hast  been  so  good  to 
provide  for  us;  bless  each  one  of  us  gathered 
here  and  teach  us  to  be  more  thankful  to  Thee. 
We  ask  it  in  Thy  precious  name,  0  Jesus. 
Amen. 

Qiatcl)  9 

0  Lord,  make  us  thankful  for  this  food 
which  we  are  about  to  receive  for  the  nourish- 
ment of  our  bodies.  Continue  Thy  mercies 
unto  us,  0  Lord,  and  save  us,  through  Christ 
our  Redeemer.     Amen. 

Z7 


We  thank  Thee,  our  Heavenly  Father,  for 
these  Thy  good  gifts.  Bless  them  to  our  use, 
sanctify  us  and  save  us  for  Christ's  sake. 
Amen. 

m 
Q^atcl)  U 

Thou  Giver  of  every  good  gift,  we  acknowl- 
edge our  unworthiness  to  partake  of  Thy 
grace,  but  give  Thee  thanks  that  Thou  hast 
not  measured  Thy  blessing  according  to  our 
deserts.  Give  us  strength  to  employ  every 
blessing  to  Thy  name's  honor  and  glory. 
Amen. 

^atcl)  12 

0  Lord,  as  Thou  didst  sanctify  with  Thy 
sweet  presence  the  home  of  Mary  and  Martha 
and  Lazarus,  we  ask  Thee  to  be  the  guest  at 
our  table  to-day,  and  bless  this  meal.     Amen. 


Q^arcf)  13 

Our  Father  Who  art  in  Heaven,  we  do 
thank  Thee  for  all  Thy  kindnesses  to  us.  As 
Thou  hast  given  us  this  bread,  help  us  to  give 
Thee  our  service,  for  Jesus*  sake.     Amen. 


« 


^atc6  14 

As  Thou  hast  increased  our  blessing  and 
joy  from  day  to  day,  0  Lord,  so  do  Thou 
increase  also  our  measure  of  love  and  gratitude 
to  Thee  for  these.  Thy  tender  mercies.     Amen. 


m 


^atcfi  15 

0  Lord,  may  the  mercies  and  love  Thou 
showest  us  be  continued  unto  us  each  day,  that 
we  may  have  the  strength  and  courage  to 
acknowledge  Thy  great  gifts  and  enter  into 
Thy  work  with  the  determination  to  see  its 
greater  success.  Accept  our  thanks  for  this 
provision  of  food  and  save  our  souls  from  sin, 
for  Christ    sake.     Amen. 

39 


Q^arcl)  10 

We  thank  Thee,  Lord,  for  Thy  thought  of 
us,  so  kind  and  so  untiring.  Thou  hast  pre- 
pared for  us  these  blessings  we  now  receive. 
May  the  hours  before  us  be  spent  in  gratitude 
to  Thee.     In  Thy  name.     Amen. 

0@arc|)  17 

Almighty  giver  of  Good,  we  thank  Thee  for 
Thy  loving  kindness  to  us.  Thou  openest  Thy 
hand,  and  we  are  fed.  Be  at  this  table  we 
pray  Thee,  and  bless  our  gathering  together. 
In  His  name.     Amen. 

m 
a^atcl)  18 

For  these  blessings  received  from  Thy  hand 
of  Love,  0  Lord,  we  offer  our  thanks,  beseech- 
ing Thee  that  we  may  continue  to  enjoy  the 
life  Thou  gavest,  and  use  our  health  and 
strength  for  the  furtherance  of  Thy  great  work. 
Amen. 

40 


0@arc6  19 

When  we  eat  or  drink,  may  we  do  all  to  Thy 
praise,  0  God.  May  the  food  before  us 
refresh  our  frail  mortal  bodies,  and  may  we  be 
good  stewards  of  Thy  bounty.  For  Thy 
name*s  sake.     Amen. 

m 
^mtb  20 

May  Thy  sanctifying  presence  be  with  us 
in  the  breaking  of  bread.  Enable  us  to 
commune  with  Thee  through  these  and  all 
blessings,  and  make  us  more  obedient,  and 
more  Christlike.     Amen. 

Q^arcf)  21 

0  God,  our  Help  and  our  Deliverer;  without 
Thee  we  are  poor  and  needy,  but  we  give  Thee 
thanks  that  through  Thy  aid,  all  our  wants 
are  filled.     Amen. 

41 


^atcl)  22 

Lord,  Thou  dost  give  us  strength  through 
this  food.  We  thank  Thee  that  we  may  go 
forth  in  the  strength  of  the  Lord  God  to  do  the 
tasks  that  yet  lie  before  us.  Through  the 
Christ.     Amen. 

^atcl)  23 

Thou,  0  Lord,  art  our  strong  habitation 
whereunto  we  may  continually  resort,  and 
unto  Thee  we  look  in  faith  for  this  day's 
bread.     Amen. 

* 

90atc|&  24 

As  Thou  providest  food  for  our  bodies  each 
day,  0  Lord,  feed  our  hungry  souls  with  Thy 
Spirit  that  we  may  not  perish,  that  we  may 
have  the  joy  of  everlasting  life,  and  that  by 
the  strength  Thou  givest  us  we  may  be  able  to 
save  some  poor  soul  from  sin.     Amen. 

42 


Q^atcf)  23 

0  Lord,  our  flesh  and  our  heart  faileth,  but 
Thou  art  our  portion  of  strength  forever. 
Make  us  worthy  to-day  to  approach  the  board 
laden  with  these  tokens  of  Thy  love.    Amen. 

9@atcl)  26 

0  Thou  Shepherd  of  Israel,  our  cup  runneth 
over  with  Thy  goodness  to  us.  Help  us  to  be 
worthy  of  all  these  favors,  and  may  we  use 
them  in  glorifying  Thee.  In  the  Saviour*s 
name.    Amen. 

m 

00atC|)  27 

Lord,  we  acknowledge  that  these  gifts  are 
the  gifts  of  Thy  great  love  to  us.  Thou 
couldst  not  but  give  unto  us,  for  Thou  art  Love 
Thyself.  We  praise  Thee  for  what  Thou  art, 
and  for  all  that  Thou  hast  done,  through 
Christ  our  Saviour.    Amen. 

43 


Q^atcl)  28 

Our  Father,  we  ask  Thee  to  bless  the  food 
before  us  to  our  physical  needs,  and  feed  our 
spirits  with  Thy  truth,  for  Jesus'  sake.     Amen. 

9@atcl)  29 

Father  in  Heaven,  we  will  hope  continually 
in  Thee  and  praise  Thee  more  and  more  for 
Thy  loving  providence  and  these  present 
blessings.     Through  Jesus  Christ.     Amen. 

Q0arc6  30 

May  we  be  always  conscious  0  Lord,  of  the 
love  and  mercies  shown  us  through  Thy  pro- 
vision for  our  weak  souls  and  bodies.  Thou 
replenisheth  the  fount  from  which  we  daily 
draw  our  supplies.  Let  us  not  overlook  that 
Spirit  of  love  Thou  giveth  us  each  day,  but  let 
us  be  as  regular  in  drawing  that  important 
provision  as  those  which  sustain  the  body. 
Accept  our  humble  thanks  and  save  our  souls 
from  sin,  for  Jesus*  sake.     Amen. 

44 


s^attb  31 

Our  Father,  wilt  Thou  bless  this  food  for  our 
bodies  and  feed  our  souls  with  the  "Bread  of 
Life?**    W§  ask  in  Jesus'  name.     Amen. 


* 


Caster 

This  day,  0  Christ,  we  celebrate  Thy  victory 
over  death.  Bring  to  us  new  life  of  body 
through  this  nourishment,  and  new  life  of  soul 
by  Thy  presence  with  us  now  and  help  us  to 
say  with  Thy  servant  of  old,  "Thanks  be  to 
God  which  giveth  us  the  victory  through 
Jesus  Christ  our  Lord.'*     Amen. 


45 


Zpxil 


mil  I 

Our  Father,  we  thank  Thee  for  our  daily 
bread  and  ask  that  we  may  serve  Thee  with 
the  strength  gained  from  it.     Amen. 

m 
mil  2 

0  Merciful  Father,  we  come  to  Thee  in 
humbleness  to  thank  Thee  for  these  provisions, 
which  Thou  art  constantly  providing.  We  do 
thank  Thee,  0  Lord,  and  pray  that  Thy  Spirit 
will  bring  us  to  a  greater  realization  of  Thy 
love  and  that  we  shall  work  more  faithfully 
in  Thy  cause.  Accept  our  thanks  for  this 
food  and  save  our  souls  from  sin,  for  Christ's 
sake.    Amen. 

mil  3 

Our  heavenly  Father,  we  pray  Thee  to 
grant  Thy  blessings  upon  these  gifts  of  Thy 
providence  and  as  we  live  upon  Thy  bounty 
may  we  live  to  Thy  glory,  through  Christ 
our  Saviour.     Amen. 

4  49 


aprfl  4 

Father  we  thank  Thee  for  this  food, 
For  all  the  blessings  thou  dost  give. 

Strengthen  our  bodies  and  our  souls, 
And  let  us  for  Thy  service  live.     Amen. 

april  5 

0  Saviour,  as  we  come  again  to  Thy  table 
and  the  food  Thou  hast  so  lovingly  provided, 
we  pray  for  those  less  fortunate,  those  whom 
illness  and  misfortune  have  visited  and  those 
in  sin.  Provide,  0  Merciful  Saviour,  for  them 
as  Thou  hast  provided  for  us.  Teach  us  that 
we  should  show  unto  our  fellow-man  mercy 
and  justice,  and  never  let  us  pass  by  an  oppor- 
tunity when  we  may  do  good  to  them  and 
thus  serve  Thee.     Amen. 

3prn  6 

Our  Father,  we  bless  Thee  for  this  food  and 
for  all  the  expressions  of  Thy  goodness  to  us. 
Give  us  grace  to  do  Thy  will,  we  pray  through 
faith  in  Jesus  Christ  our  Lord.     Amen. 

50 


aptH  7 

Our  Heavenly  Father,  we  thank  Thee  for 
all  Thy  mercies.  Give  the  sanctified  use  of 
this  food  and  forgive  our  sins  we  ask  through 
Christ  our  Saviour.     Amen. 

* 

aprfl  8 

0  Heavenly  Father,  Thou  who  fumisheth 
us  with  our  daily  bread,  who  forgiveth  our 
sins,  who  feedeth  us  from  His  hand  and  our 
souls  from  His  Spirit,  accept  our  thanks  for 
this,  another  manifestation  of  Thy  great  love. 
Help  us  to  enter  into  Thy  work  and  spread 
the  Gospel,  and  save  us  from  sin,  for  Christ's 
sake.    Amen. 

m 

aprfl  9 

Almighty  Father,  we  give  Thee  thanks  for 
the  blessings  conferred  upon  us,  so  weak  and 
so  sinful.  Give  us  the  strength  to  abide  by 
Thy  will,  forgive  us  our  sins  and  bring  us  to 
eternal  life.     Amen. 

51 


aptti  to 

0  God,  Thou  hast  taught  us  to  lift  our  eyes 
unto  the  hills,  from  whence  cometh  our  help. 
Our  help  cometh  from  Thee  who  madest 
Heaven  and  Earth.  To  Thee  we  render 
thanks  for  all  Thy  good.     Amen, 

april  II 

With  grateful  hearts,  0  Lord,  we  accept 
these  Thy  gifts,  and  those  which  Thou  art  con- 
stantly giving.  Help  us  that  we  may  be  always 
grateful,  that  we  shall  avoid  temptations,  that 
should  we  encounter  them  we  may  have  the 
strength  and  courage  to  resist,  but  should  we 
fall  into  sin,  lift  us  out  of  its  depths  and  forgive 
us,  0  Lord.  Accept  our  thanks  for  this  food, 
and  bring  us  to  everlasting  life.     Amen, 

m 

aptii  12 

These  further  blessings  which  Thou  dost 
give  us,  0  Lord,  show  that  the  Shepherd  forgets 
not  His  sheep.  May  we  be  always  worthy  of 
Thy  love.     Amen. 

52 


aptil  13 

We  implore  Thee,  Heavenly  Father,  to 
accept  our  humble  thanks  for  this  food. 
Teach  us  to  use  it  rightly  and  to  Thy  service. 
Forgive  us  our  sins  and  save  us,  for  Christ's 
sake.    Amen. 

* 

april  14 

Merciful  Saviour,  who  by  Thy  suffering  and 
death  on  the  cross  hast  paid  its  price  of  all 
our  sins,  we  praise  Thee  this  day  and  implore 
Thy  constant  mercy  and  providing  care,  for 
Thy  holy  name's  sake.    Amen. 

aptil  15 

Let  Thy  peace  and  blessing  descend  upon  us 
as  we  take  of  Thy  bounty.  Fill  our  hearts 
with  love  and  praise  unto  Him  Who  doeth  all 
things  well.     Amen. 

53 


Lord,  make  us  truly  grateful  for  the  bless- 
ings of  this  day,  and  keep  us  Thine  evermore. 
Amen. 

aptfi  17 

Lord,  Thou  art  so  merciful  unto  us.  If,  in 
our  weakness,  our  Saviour,  we  have  shown 
ourselves  to  be  ungrateful,  pardon  us  for  that 
failing,  strengthen  us  that  we  may  be  always 
conscious  of  Thy  love  and  help  us  to  be  better 
that  we  may  enjoy  the  everlasting  life  promised 
us.  Accept  our  humble  thanks  for  this  food, 
and  save  us  from  sin,  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 


« 


aprn  18 

Thou  dost  provide  for  us  with  a  bountiful 
hand,  0  Lord.  May  we  always  be  humbly 
thankful  for  Thy  mercies  and  serve  Thee  with 
willing  hearts.  Save  us  from  sin  and  keep 
us  always  grateful  for  Thy  love.     Amen. 

54 


april  19 

0  Lord,  the  great  mercies  received  at  Thy 
hands  prove  to  us  Thy  great  love  for  Thy 
children.  Accept  our  humble  gratitude  for  all 
Thy  favors,  for  this  provision  of  food,  and 
save  us  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

* 

aptii  20 

This  food,  which  Thou  dost  place  before  us, 
we  are  grateful  for,  0  Lord.  Help  us  that  we 
may  never  forget  our  duty  to  Thee,  that  we 
may  work  for  the  advancement  of  Thy  work 
and  help  those  to  see  who  do  not.  Forgive  us 
our  sins  and  save  our  souls  for  Christ's  sake. 
Amen. 

april  21 

We  give  Thee  thanks,  Almighty  God,  our 
Heavenly  Father,  for  this  which  Thou  hast 
prepared  for  us.  Bless,  0  Lord,  these  Thy 
gifts  which  we  are  about  to  receive  from  Thy 
bountiful  fold,  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

55 


april  22 

0  Lord,  we  are  truly  grateful  for  the  food 
before  us.  Renew  from  day  to  day  the 
mercies  shown  us  in  the  past  and  grant  our 
prayer  to  make  our  lives  better  and  our  faith 
and  love  for  Thee  stronger.     Amen. 


« 


aptfi  23 

0  Lord,  we  thank  Thee  for  this  food.  We 
pray  that  Thou  wilt  provide  for  the  poor  and 
the  hungry  and  the  sinner  that  they  may 
realize  how  great  is  Thy  love  and  care.  Help 
us  that  we  may  help  others,  and  save  our 
souls,  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 


89 


aptil  24 

We  accept,  0  God,  Thy  mercy  and  grace. 
Wilt  Thou  help  us  to  show  in  our  daily  lives 
our  gratitude  for  Thy  kindness.  Through 
Jesus  Christ  our  Lord.    Amen. 

56 


april  25 

Lord  Jesus,  continue  to  bless  us,  and  make 
us  thankful  for  this  food  and  for  all  Thy  past 
and  present  blessings.     Amen. 


^ 


aptil  26 

Make  us  a  grateful  people,  0  Father,  for  Thy 
provision  for  us.  Help  us  always  to  remember 
our  duty — that  of  helping  others  to  see  Thy 
unwavering  love  for  Thy  children.  Accept 
our  thanks  for  this  provision  of  food  and 
forgive  us  our  sins.     Amen. 


^ 


aptfi  27 

Make  us  thankful,  0  Lord,  for  health  and 
strength  to  receive  the  blessings  Thou  hast 
provided  for  us.     Amen. 

57 


april  28 

When  partaking  of  Thy  numerous  blessings, 
may  we  never  forget  to  give  Thee  our  thanks 
for  the  daily  gifts  we  receive  at  Thy  hand. 
Grant  that  all  things  may  be  to  our  good  and 
Thy  glory,  for  Jesus*  sake.     Amen. 

aprfl  29 

Thy  great  love,  0  Lord,  has  taught  us  our 
duty  to  Thee.  Help  us  that  we  may  perform 
it  and  not  stray  into  the  paths  of  sin.  We 
have  been  so  bountifully  provided  for  that  we 
can  not  fail  to  come  to  Thee  in  the  acceptance 
of  this  food  which  Thou  hast  again  provided, 
and  thank  Thee  with  grateful  hearts  and  pray 
that  we  may  always  try  to  be  worthy  of  Thy 
love.     Amen. 

mil  30 

Heavenly  Father  great  and  good. 

We  thank  Thee  for  this  daily  food. 

Bless  us  even  as  we  pray ; 

Guide  and  keep  us  through  this  day.     Amen. 

S8 


mv 


I 

Heavenly  Father,  we  give  Thee  thanks  for 
the  many  benefits  we  receive  at  Thy  hands. 
Bless  all  Thy  creatures  of  earth,  and  receive 
us  at  last  in  Heaven  with  Thee,  for  Jesus* 
sake.    Amen. 


* 


Our  Father  Who  art  in  Heaven,  we  thank 
Thee  for  the  protection  granted  to  each  one  of 
us  during  the  past  night.  Be  with  us  now 
and  bless  this  food  to  the  use  of  our  temporal 
bodies.  Feed  our  souls  with  the  Bread  of 
Life,  pardon  all  our  sins  and  save  us  for 
Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

Heavenly  Father,  we  thank  Thee  for  all  Thy 
blessings  and  mercies.  Continue  to  bless  us 
as  Thou  seest  we  need ;  we  ask  for  Jesus'  sake. 
Amen. 

6x 


We  give  Thee  thanks,  0  Lord,  for  Thy 
providing  love,  and  for  the  power  that  is  ours 
to  partake  thereof.     Amen. 


0  Lord,  Thou  didst  create  the  earth  for  man, 
and  gave  him  the  fruits  of  the  earth  and  of  the 
flocks  and  herds  for  his  support,  and  hast  said 
that  our  food  is  to  be  sanctified  by  prayer. 
Sanctify  this  food  to  us,  and  us  to  Thy  service 
for  Jesus'  sake.     Amen. 

m 
^ag0 

0  Lord,  how  can  we  thank  Thee  for  the 
continued  mercies  received  at  Thy  hands. 
Each  day  we  have  cause  to  be  profoundly* 
grateful  unto  Thee.  Accept  our  thanks,  0 
Lord,  for  the  great  mercies  Thou  art  constantly 
showing  us,  and  help  us  to  live  a  good  and 
useful  life  and  to  be  ever  grateful  for  Thy 
mercies  and  love.     Amen. 

62 


90ap7 

Thy  great  love  is  again  manifested,  0  Lord, 
in  this  provision  of  food.  May  we  use  the 
health  and  strength  it  giveth  us  through  Thy 
Grace,  in  the  cause  for  which  Thou  wouldst 
have  us  work.  May  we  be  further  enlightened 
as  to  Thy  teachings  and  enlighten  others  of 
Thy  work.    Save  us  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

m 

8 


0  Lord,  all  creatures  wait  upon  Thee  that 
they  may  receive  their  good.  Thou  openest 
Thy  hands  and  they  are  filled  with  good. 
Help  us  to  remember  always  that  we  are 
dependent  on  Thee  and  with  thankfulness 
partake  of  the  food  before  us,  for  Jesus* 
sake.    Amen. 

m 
90ag9 

0  God,  we  thank  Thee  for  these  temporal 
gifts.  Help  us  to  remember  the  greatest  gift 
of  all,  Thy  Son  Jesus.     Amen. 

63 


^ap  to 

Heavenly  Father,  we  thank  Thee  for  all 
that  Thy  love  supplies,  and  for  this  Thy  daily 
blessing.  May  we  show  our  gratitude  to 
Thee  by  serving  Thee  wholly.    Amen. 

m 
^ap  II 

For  all  Thy  favors  to  us,  Father,  we  have 
in  the  past  been  slow  in  our  appreciation  and 
gratitude.  We  realize  more  and  more  from 
Thy  continued  mercies  the  love  Thou  hast 
for  us.  Help  us  to  be  more  appreciative, 
and  to  become  more  identified  with  Thy 
service.  Give  us  our  daily  bread  and  forgive 
us  our  sins,  for  Christ's  sake.    Amen, 

^apl2 

For  these  continued  blessings  we  thank 
Thee,  0  Lord.  Save  us  all  for  Christ's  sake. 
Amen. 

64 


Accept  our  thanks,  0  Heavenly  Father,  for 
these  mercies  before  us.  Bless  them  for 
their  intended  use  and  save  us  for  Christ's 
sake.     Amen. 

m 
00ap  14 

At  this  hour,  as  we  break  the  bread  of  life, 
we  feel  our  need  of  Thee,  0  Father  in  heaven. 
Thou  hast  given  the  increase,  and  we  partake 
thereof.  For  all  that  Thou  hast  done,  we 
return  our  sincere  thanks.     Amen. 


© 


09ap  15 

0  Lord,  every  good  and  perfect  gift  cometh 
from  Thee.  Accept  our  thanks  for  this  food 
and  may  we  devote  our  lives  to  Thee  in  return 
for  Thy  goodness,  through  Jesus  Christ  our 
Lord.     Amen. 

5  6$ 


Accept  our  thanks,  Heavenly  Father,  for 
these  and  all  other  blessings  for  Jesus'  sake. 
Amen. 

m 
9iap  17 

Receive,  we  pray  Thee,  our  gratitude,  feed 
all  mankind,  we  pray  Thee,  as  Thou  hast  fed 
us.  Deliver  us  from  evil,  and  the  effects  of 
evil.  And  when  Thou  art  done  with  us  here 
on  earth,  own  and  receive  us  into  Thy  king- 
dom above,  we  ask  in  Thy  name.    Amen. 

as 

Our  Father,  we  thank  Thee  for  this  expres- 
sion of  Thy  loving  kindness  to  us.  Guide  us 
by  Thy  Spirit  into  all  truth  and  bring  us  to 
Thyself  in  Heaven,  through  Jesus  Christ  our 
Lord.    Amen. 

66 


00ap  19 

Our  Heavenly  Father,  we  pray  Thee  to  accept 
our  thanks  for  the  blessings  before  us  which 
are  an  expression  of  Thy  constant  love  and 
care.  Sanctify  them  to  us  and  us  to  Thy 
service,  for  Jesus*  sake.     Amen. 


^ap20 

Accept  our  heartfelt  thanks,  our  Father, 
for  the  food  Thou  hast  spread  before  us  and 
pardon  our  sins  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

SB 

e^av  2t 

Our  Heavenly  Father,  we  acknowledge  that 
every  good  and  perfect  gift  cometh  from  Thee. 
Now,  unto  Thee  do  we  return  most  hearty 
thanks  for  these  material  gifts.  Strengthen 
us  by  them,  that  we  may  have  life  to  use  for 
the  glory  of  Thy  kingdom  in  doing  service 
for  Thee.  And  unto  Thee  be  all  honor, 
now  and  forevermore.     Amen. 

67 


90ap22 

We  thank  Thee,  our  Father,  for  what  Thou 
hast  so  bountifully  provided  for  us  to  sustain 
our  perishing  bodies.  Sanctify  it  to  our  good 
and  our  souls  to  Thy  service  for  Christ's  sake. 
Amen. 

00ap23 

We  thank  Thee,  our  Father  in  heaven,  for 
health  and  strength,  for  life  and  opportunity 
for  service.  Break  unto  us  day  by  day  the 
bread  of  life.  Cleanse  us  from  sin,  and  all 
secret  faults  and  evil  desires..  Renew  in  us 
day  by  day  right  spirits,  pure  motives  and 
unto  Thee  be  all  glory,  all  honor,  for  propagat- 
ing life  which  Thou  hast  begun  in  us.  Give 
us  our  daily  bread,  as  Thou  seest  we  need.  In 
Thy  name.    Amen. 

00ap24 

Our  Father,  Who  art  in  heaven,  bless  the 
provisions  of  Thy  bounty  now  set  before  us, 
and  for  our  souls  the  bread  of  life,  in  Christ's 
name.    Amen. 

68 


90ap25 

We  thank  Thee,  our  Father,  for  this,  another 
manifestation  of  Thy  loving  kindness  toward 
us.  Bless  this  food  we  are  to  partake  of  to 
the  use  of  our  bodies  and  forgive  us  our  sins, 
for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

90ap  26 

Our  Father  Who  art  in  heaven,  we  would 
not  partake  of  these  bounties  without  return- 
ing most  hearty  thanks  to  Thee,  from  whom 
the  earth  receives  her  increase.  Thou  hast 
supplied  us  with  the  bounties  of  life,  for  which 
our  hearts  go  out  in  thankfulness  to  Thee. 
Bless,  we  pray  Thee,  these  provisions  to  the 
nourishment  of  our  bodies,  and  ourselves  to 
Thy  service.     Amen. 

0@ag27 

Bless  us,  0  Lord,  and  these  Thy  gifts,  which 
we  are  about  to  receive  from  Thy  bounty. 
Through  Christ  our  Lord.     Amen. 

69 


Sanctify,  0  Lord,  we  beseech  Thee,  this 
food  to  our  use,  and  us  to  Thy  service  and 
make  us  truly  thankful  for  all  these  mercies, 
through  Christ  our  Lord.    Amen. 


« 


^a?29 

Unto  Thee,  Father,  Son  and  Holy  Spirit 
do  we  return  most  hearty  thanks  for  the 
many  blessings  that  we  receive  at  Thy  hand, 
and  especially  for  the  provisions  now  set 
before  us.  Do  Thou  bless  them  to  the  nourish- 
ment of  our  bodies,  and  to  the  nourishment 
of  our  souls.  We  acknowledge  that  all  good 
cometh  from  Thee  and  all  true  blessings  of 
life.    In  Thy  name.    Amen. 

70 


90ap3O 

0  God,  we  thank  Thee  that  Thou  hast 
preserved  us  a  nation  with  liberty  and  justice. 
Help  us  this  day  to  honor  the  men  who  fought 
and  died  for  our  Union.  May  we  realize  how 
nearly  the  spirit  of  patriotism  is  to  Thine  own 
great  Heart,  and  may  we  serve  Thee  the 
better  for  the  memories  of  to-day»    Amen. 


* 


90ap3l 

It  is  with  grateful  hearts  that  we  thank  Thee, 
0  God,  for  this  daily  manna  Thou  hast  pro- 
vided for  our  frail  bodies.  Forgive  our  many 
sins  for  Jesus*  sake.    Amen. 


71 


3lutte 


3Iune4 

Our  Father,  who  art  in  heaven,  we  are 
gathered  together  here  in  Thy  holy  name. 
Bless  this  of  which  we  are  about  to  partake; 
save  us  and  fit  us  for  Thy  heavenly  home, 
through  our  Lord  and  Saviour  Jesus  Christ. 
Amen. 

3[une5 

We  thank  Thee,  Heavenly  Father,  that 
Thou  hast  so  graciously  supplied  our  returning 
wants.  Continue,  we  pray  Thee,  to  be  our 
God  and  Keeper,  supply  the  wants  of  the 
destitute,  and  fill  the  earth  with  Thy  glory, 
for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

3fune0 

Dear  Father,  recognizing  Thee  as  the  Giver 
of  all  good  and  perfect  gifts,  we  do  thank  Thee 
for  the  gift  of  daily  bread.  Grant  that  we 
may  be  found  worthy  to  partake  of  this 
blessed  food,  pardon  our  numberless  sins,  and 
save  us  at  last  in  glory.     Amen. 

76 


3Iune7 

Dear  Jesus,  we  rejoice  that  it  is  ours  to 
offer  up  our  thanks  for  this  food  placed  before 
us;  food  to  strengthen  the  body  and  nourish 
the  soul.  Consecrate  our  lives  more  fully 
to  Thy  service,  we  ask  in  Thy  name.     Amen. 

3fune8 

The  eyes  of  all  wait  upon  Thee,  and  Thou 
givest  them  their  meat  in  due  season.  Thou 
openest  Thy  hand,  and  satisfiest  the  desire  of 
every  living  being.  0  Lord  God,  Heavenly 
Father,  bless  unto  us  these  Thy  gifts,  which 
by  Thy  tender  kindness  Thou  hast  bestowed 
upon  us  through  Jesus  Christ,  our  Lord. 
Amen. 

3[une9 

We  thank  Thee,  0  God,  for  this  food  before 
us,  for  the  nourishment  of  our  bodies.  May 
we  be  as  faithful  in  serving  Thee  as  Thou  art 
in  providing  our  daily  bread.  These  things 
we  ask  for  Jesus*  sake.     Amen. 

77 


3Iune  10 

Lord,  we  wotild  ask  Thy  blessing  on  this 
food;  bless  it  to  the  good  of  our  bodies  that 
we  may  be  better  prepared  for  the  battles  of 
life,  for  Christ's  sake,  we  ask  it.     Amen. 

3Iune  II 

0  God,  as  we  are  assembled  once  again  to 
partake  of  this  daily  provided  food,  knowing 
it  is  the  work  of  Thy  hands,  how  gratefiilly 
our  hearts  yield  thanks  I  Teach  us  how  to 
work,  and  how  to  live,  and  how  to  serve  Thee 
more  faithfully;  in  Thy  name  we  ask  it. 
Amen. 

3Iune  12 

Lord,  we  bless  Thee  for  these  and  all  Thy 
mercies.  Be  gracious  toward  us  and  forgive 
our  sins,  we  ask  in  Christ's  name.     Amen. 

78 


3fune  13 

Accept  the  gratitude  of  our  hearts,  our 
Father,  for  these  mercies.  May  we  prove 
ourselves  worthy  of  all  Thy  benefits  through 
Jesus  Christ  our  Lord.    Amen. 

3fune  14 

To  Thee,  0  Lord,  our  hearts  we  raise, 
For  mercies  marking  all  our  days. 

Each  morn  our  wants  are  satisfied 
With  food  Thy  love  and  care  provide.  Amen. 


« 


3[une  15 

We  give  Thee  thanks,  0  Almighty  God,  for 
all  Thy  mercies.  Who  livest  and  reignest 
world  without  end.    Amen. 


79 


3Iune  10 

Be  present  at  our  table,  Lord; 
Be  here  and  everywhere  adored. 
These  creatures  bless,  and  grant  that  we 
May  feast  in  Paradise  with  Thee.     Amen. 

m 
3[une  17 

0  God  our  Father  and  our  Friend, 
Thanks  for  the  food  Thy  love  doth  send, 

As  we.  Thy  bounties  now  partake, 
Make  us  anew  for  Thy  son's  sake.     Amen. 

m 
3Iune  18 

Thou  art  so  constant  in  Thy  devotion,  0 
Lord,  that  we  come  to  this  table  to  accept 
another  manifestation  of  Thy  love  with  hearts 
filled  with  humiliation — ashamed  that  in 
accepting  all  Thy  gifts  we  have,  through  our 
spiritual  weakness,  returned  nothing  in  duty 
to  Thee  and  our  fellow-man.  Help  us  to  see 
the  Light  which  Thou  hast  told  us  to  spread 
"far  and  wide,"  that  not  only  ourselves  but  all 
others  will  have  the  blessing  of  our  Holy 
Father.     Amen. 

8o 


3fune  19 

We  thank  Thee,  our  Father,  for  Thy  many 
blessings.  Sanctify  this  food  to  our  good 
and  save  us,  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 


« 


3fune  20 

Father,  make  us  thankful  for  all  Thy  bless- 
ings, grant  us  Thy  presence  from  day  to  day, 
and  sustain  us  for  Thy  service,  in  the  name 
of  our  Blessed  Redeemer.     Amen. 


« 


3[une  21 

Pardon  our  past  offences.  Father,  and  make 
us  truly  thankful  for  these  and  all  other  bless- 
ings, for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

6  8i 


3[une  22 

We  give  thanks  unto  Thee,  Heavenly  Father, 
for  these  many  blessings.  Teach  us  the  good 
in  life  and  our  duty  to  Thee.  Forgive  us  our 
sins,  and  bring  us  to  eternal  life.     Amen. 

3Iune  23 

For  the  dear  Saviour*s  sake,  bless,  0  God, 
we  beseech  Thee  this  provision  of  Thy  bounty 
to  our  use  and  ourselves  to  Thy  service,  and 
give  us  grace  to  enjoy  and  be  thankful  for 
these  and  all  Thy  mercies.     Amen. 

3Iune  24 

Our  merciful  Father,  accept  our  humble 
thanks  for  this  bread  placed  before  us. 
Realizing  our  unworthiness  of  Thine  untold 
love,  we  desire  to  serve  Thee  better  to-day  than 
yesterday,  to-morrow  than  to-day.  Keep  us 
faithful  and  save  us  at  last  in  heaven. 
Amen. 

82 


3[une  25 

0  Lord  grant  us  heavenly  wisdom  that  we 
may  learn  above  all  things  to  seek  and  find 
Thee,  to  cherish  and  love  Thee,  and  in  all 
to  yield  Thee  submissive  obedience.  We 
praise  Thee  for  all  Thy  love,  and  for  the 
blessings  before  us  spread.     Amen. 

3[une  26 

Dear  Saviour,  be  our  guest  to-day  in  all 
we  do  or  say,  bless  Thou  the  food  that  is  set 
before  us,  and  may  Thy  loving  care  watch 
over  us.     Amen. 

3Iune  27 

0  God,  we  are  grateful  to  Thee  for  these 
temporal  gifts.  How  grateful  we  should 
be  for  the  gift  of  gifts,  our  Saviour  Jesus  Christ, 
to  whom  be  all  glory.    Amen. 

83 


31une  28 

We  praise  Thee,  Father,  for  the  spiritual 
food  Thou  dost  give  us,  and  also  for  this  our 
daily  bread,  wherewith  our  bodies  are  sus- 
tained. Help  us  to  grow,  as  in  body,  so  in 
spirit,  into  all  strength,  through  Christ. 
Amen. 

3Iune  29 

With  gratitude  we  acknowledge  these  gifts 
and  all  the  benefits  of  Thy  grace.  Help  us  to 
live  for  Thy  glory  through  Jesus  Christ  our 
Lord.     Amen. 

m 
3Iune  30 

Our  Heavenly  Father,  we  thank  Thee  for 
all  Thy  mercies.  Give  the  sanctified  use  of 
this  food  and  forgive  our  sins,  we  ask  through 
Christ.     Amen. 

84 


3Iulp 


Lord,  Thy  protecting  arm  is  all  about  us. 
May  we  ever  nestle  close  to  Thee  and  trust  in 
Thee.  Feed  us  in  body  and  in  soul  from  Thy 
hand,  and  save  us  in  heaven.    Amen. 

* 

3[ulp  2 

In  our  life  and  health,  0  Lord,  we  see  Thy 
gifts.  Forbid  that  we  should  use  Thy  gifts 
without  regard  to  Thee,  but  rather  as  just 
stewards.    For  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

* 

3tulp  3 

0  Lord,  we  are  glad  to  meet  once  more  at 
this  table  Thou  hast  spread  for  us.  Abide 
with  those  who  are  usually  with  us  at  this 
time.  Strengthen  us  and  them,  and  grant 
that  we  may  be  united,  if  not  by  Thy  will  on 
earth,  at  last  in  Heaven  for  Jesus'  sake. 
Amen. 

87 


mv  4 

JnHepcntiencc  Bap* 

We  ask  Thy  blessing  to-day  upon  this 
glorious  Republic.  Shield  her  from  error, 
guard  her  from  corruption,  make  of  her  a 
nation  after  Thine  own  heart.  For  the  liberty 
whose  birthday  we  celebrate  to-day,  we  give 
Thee  gracious  thanks,  especially  for  the  liberty 
of  serving  Thee  according  as  Thou  dost  give 
us  wisdom.  Vouchsafe  Thy  continued  provi- 
dence over  us,  and  eventually  may  we  be 
gathered  at  Thy  right  hand  in  glory.    Amen. 

We  give  Thee  thanks.  Heavenly  Father,  for 
every  evidence  of  Thy  love.  Supply  unto  us 
all  that  Thou  knowest  that  we  stand  in  need 
of.    Help  us  to  be  grateful  to  Thee.    Amen. 

m 
31ulp  0 

We  thank  Thee,  dear  Lord,  for  this  food. 
Bless  it  to  the  use  of  our  perishing  bodies, 
and  us  to  Thy  service,  we  ask  for  Christ's 
sake.    Amen. 

88 


mv  7 

Bless  to  our  good  this  food  which  Thou  hast 
given  human  hands  the  power  to  place  before 
us.  May  we  always  give  Thee  the  glory  of 
all  that  is  ours,  and  when  we  have  served 
Thee  well  on  earth  may  we  in  Heaven  hear 
Thy  "Well  done,  thou  good  and  faithful 
servant."    Amen. 

3[ulp  8 

Our  Father  we  thank  Thee  for  this  food. 
Bless  it  to  our  good  and  give  of  Thy  bounty 
to  the  poor  and  needy.  We  ask  it  in  the  name 
of  our  Saviour.    Amen. 

m 
3Iulp  e 

0  taste  and  see  that  the  Lord  is  good, 
blessed  is  the  man  that  trusteth  in  Him. 
May  we  trust  in  the  Lord  and  do  good,  so  shall 
we  dwell  in  His  presence  and  verily  we  shall 
be  fed.    Amen. 

89 


3Iulg  10 

Most  Holy  and  Kind  Father,  we  as  unworthy 
servants  do  approach  Thee  again  with  our 
thanks  for  the  many  blessings  that  Thou 
hast  bestowed  upon  us,  and  for  the  daily 
bread  Thou  hast  provided  for  us.  We 
remember,  dear  Lord,  that  Thou  hast  said 
that  we  can  not  live  by  bread  alone,  but  by 
every  word  of  God.     Amen. 

3luip  n 

0  give  thanks  unto  the  God  of  Heaven 
who  giveth  food  to  all  flesh,  for  his  mercy 
endureth  forever.  The  Lord  will  give  strength 
unto  His  people;  the  Lord  will  bless  His 
people  with  peace.     Amen. 

mv  12 

Bless  us.  Lord,  this  day  and  go  Thou  with 
us  through  all  its  hours.  As  we  take  this 
food  from  Thy  hand,  may  we  also  receive 
from  Thee  the  word  of  life  to-day.    Amen. 

90 


3fulp  13 

We  give  Thee  thanks,  Almighty  Father, 
for  all  these  Thy  graces  to  us,  who  are  but 
the  creatures  of  sin.  Unto  Thee  we  look 
for  every  earthly  good,  and  for  eternal  salva- 
tion.    Through  Jesus  Christ  our  Lord.     Amen. 

m 

It  is  a  good  thing  to  give  thanks  unto  the 
Lord  and  to  sing  praise  unto  Thy  name,  O 
Most  High,  to  show  forth  Thy  loving  kindness 
in  the  morning  and  Thy  faithfulness  every 
night.     Amen. 

8B 

31ulp  15 

Help  us,  0  God  of  our  salvation,  for  the 
glory  of  Thy  name,  provide  our  daily  food, 
and  purge  away  our  sins.  So  we,  Thy  people 
and  sheep  of  Thy  pasture,  will  give  Thee  thanks 
forever.     Amen. 

91 


31ulp  10 

We  thank  Thee,  0  Lord,  for  the  blessings 
Thou  hast  placed  upon  This  food  so  generously 
provided  from  Thy  bounty.  May  we  never 
fail  to  help  our  fellow-man  as  Thou  helpest 
us  and  bear  in  mind  always  that  this  is  a 
part  of  Thy  teaching.    Amen. 


3[ulp  17 

For  the  dear  Saviour's  sake,  bless,  0  God, 
this  provision  of  Thy  bounty  to  our  use,  and 
ourselves  to  Thy  service.  Give  us  grace  to 
relish  and  appreciate  these  and  all  Thy 
mercies.    Through  Christ.    Amen. 

3[ulp  18 

By  day,  by  night,  at  home,  abroad, 
Still  are  we  guided  by  our  God; 
By  His  incessant  bounty  fed. 
By  His  unerring  counsel  led.     Amen. 

92 


31ulp  Id 

Again  we  are  brought  to  a  realization  of  the 
great  love  Thou  hast  for  Thy  weak  children 
in  the  provision  of  this  food  Thou  dost  place 
before  us.  Always  make  us  grateful  for  Thy 
love  and  mercies  and  save  our  souls  for 
Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

m 
31ulp  20 

We  love  Thee,  0  Christ,  because  Thou  hast 
first  loved  us.  Make  our  lives  living  epistles, 
telling  forth  our  thankfulness  for  all  the 
evidences  of  Thy  great  Heart  of  Love.  Continue 
with  and  in  us  and  bless  this  meal.  For  Thy 
name's  sake.     Amen. 

31ulg  21 

Give  us  this  day  Thy  Holy  Spirit  that  in 
body  and  in  spirit  we  may  be  Thine  indeed. 
Grant  us  to  be  continually  thankful  for  these 
favors  before  us,  and  all  Thy  countless  mercies,  ^ 
through  Jesus  Christ,  Thy  Son,  Our  Lord. 
Amen. 

93 


3IUlp  22 

Strengthen  us,  0  God,  by  the  grace  of  Thy 
Holy  Spirit.  Grant  us  to  be  strong  within, 
and  to  empty  our  hearts  of  all  that  encumbers. 
May  we  continue  in  thankfulness  to  look  up 
unto  Thee,  who  givest  bread  to  the  hungry. 
Through  Christ  Jesus.     Amen. 

31ulp  23 

In  the  midst  of  life's  occupations  we  come 
together  around  this  table  which  Thou,  0 
Lord,  hast  covered  with  Thy  providing  love. 
Help  us  to  return  to  Thee  always  the  good 
gift  of  gratitude,  for  Thine  is  all  glory.     Amen. 

31ulp  24 

O  Lord  Jesus,  erase  the  record  of  our 
wrongs  by  Thy  cleansing  power.  Glorify 
Thyself  wherein  we  may  have  pleased  Thee. 
Come  Thou  with  us  here  and  now  and  so 
make  us  worthy  to  sit  at  meat  with  Thee. 
Amen. 

94 


3fUlp  25 

0  God,  Thou  art  the  refuge  of  the  weary, 
the  strength  of  the  weak.  Give  us  this  day 
the  faith  to  nestle  to  Thy  heart  that  throbs  for 
us,  and  to  feed  in  peace  and  confidence  from 
the  abundance  of  Thy  hand.  Through  our 
Saviour  Christ.     Amen. 

m 

3[UIp  20 

We  bless  Thee,  our  Father,  for  new  strength 
every  day,  and  for  these  present  tokens  of 
Thy  love.  May  we  receive  them  with  true 
gratitude  and  go  forth  to  use  them  in  Thy 
service.     For  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

m 
3[ulp  27 

Lord,  Thou  art  ever  ready  to  shower  bless- 
ings upon  Thy  children.  We  glorify  Thee 
for  this  food,  to  us  the  earnest  of  Thy  care 
over  us.  Through  the  hours  of  labor  or  pleas- 
ure help  us  to  remember  Thee  ever.    Amen. 

95 


3IUlp  28 

Grant,  0  Christ,  that  we  may  worthily 
feast  at  Thy  table  here  and  be  accounted 
worthy  through  Thy  grace  to  be  admitted  to 
Thy  table  hereafter,  at  the  eternal  supper  of  the 
Lamb,  and  to  Thee,  Father,  Son,  and  Holy 
Spirit,  be  glory  and  honor.    Amen. 

3[Ulp  29 

With  the  coming  of  this  day,  0  God,  we 
acknowledge  fresh  tokens  of  Thy  love.  Grace 
Thou  this  house  with  Thy  presence,  and 
break  with  us  the  bread  of  life.  In  the  name 
of  Jesus.    Amen. 

m 
mv  30 

Wherein  we  have  failed  to  please  Thee, 
0  God,  do  Thou  grant  Thy  pardon.  We 
praise  Thee  for  all  the  good  we  have  received, 
especially  for  these  present  blessings.  Through 
Christ  our  Saviour.    Amen. 

96 


3[ulp  31 

Our  Father,  we  ask  Thy  blessing  upon  us 
as  we  partake  of  this  bountiful  provision,  for 
which  we  give  Thee  thanks.  Make  us  faithful 
workers  for  Thee  and  forgive  all  our  trans- 
gressions. We  ask  it  in  the  name  of  our 
Redeemer.     Amen. 


« 


97 


TiUQU&t 


au0U0t  t 

0  God,  may  the  blessings  which  Thou 
givest  us  minister  to  health,  holiness  and 
thanksgiving  and  in  the  strength  of  Thy  pro- 
visions may  we  cheerfully  and  diligently  serve 
Thee.    We  ask  this  in  Jesus'  name,    Amen. 

m 

au0U0t  2 

Our  Heavenly  Father,  we  thank  Thee  for 
these  and  all  other  blessings.  Consecrate 
them  to  our  good,  keep  us  ever  faithful  in 
Thy  service  and  forgive  us  our  sins.  In  Jesus* 
name  we  ask  it.    Amen. 

m 

august  3 

As  Thou  hast  kept  us  through  the  days 
gone  by  and  provided  all  our  bodily  needs, 
so,  0  Lord,  may  Thy  constant  care  guard  us 
from  all  harm  and  still  give  us  our  daily  bread. 
To  Thee  is  all  glory  and  thanksgiving.    Amen. 

lOI 


august  4 

Thou,  0  Lord,  art  the  fountain  of  life  eternal. 
Give  us  all  grace  to  trust  Thee  for  our  refresh- 
ing. May  we  find  joy  in  Thy  presence,  and 
strength  of  body  and  soul  in  Thine  abundant 
blessing*    Amen. 

august  5 

We  thank  Thee,  Almighty  God,  for  this 
timely  bread  for  our  perishing  bodies.  Give 
unto  us  also  the  Bread  of  Heaven,  that  we  may 
lay  hold  of  the  life  that  is  forever.  For  Christ's 
sake.    Amen. 

august  6 

Why  do  we,  0  Lord,  receive  so  much  from 
Thee  and  give  so  little.  Help  us  that  we  may 
return  to  Thee,  that  we  may  turn  from  sin  and 
do  Thy  bidding.  Accept  our  humble  gratitude 
for  these  continued  blessings  and  save  us 
for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

102 


august  7 

Thou,  0  God,  from  whom  all  blessings  flow, 
accept  our  humble  thanks  for  this  food, 
which  we  so  weak  and  so  frail  do  need.  Let 
it  impart  to  us  health  and  strength  which 
may  be  used  in  Thy  work.     Amen. 

* 

au0U0t  8 

Guide  us.  Lord,  by  Thy  Holy  Spirit,  that  we 
may  know  Thy  truth,  feel  Thy  light,  drink 
of  the  living  water  and  eat  of  the  bread  of 
Heaven.  And  to  Thee  be  glory  forever  and 
ever.     Amen. 

89 

august  9 

We  do  thank  Thee,  0  Saviour,  for  these 
blessings  and  pray  to  Thee  that  Thou  wilt 
help  us  to  resist  the  temptations  that  claim 
us  at  times  for  sin.  May  we  do  better  in  the 
future  and  give  thanks  to  Thee  for  the 
mercies  constantly  shown  us.     Amen. 

103 


august  10 

We  are  most  grateful  to  Thee,  0  Lord,  for 
these  other  evidences  of  Thy  care  and  love. 
Help  us  that  we  may  never  stray  from  the 
paths  of  the  righteous  and  that  we  may  always 
do  Thy  bidding.    Amen. 

augu0t  u 

Thy  blessings  do  impress  us,  0  Lord,  with 
Thy  great  love  for  us.  Let  us  always  have 
the  courage  to  acknowledge  Thee  and  to 
make  ourselves  more  worthy  of  Thy  great 
mercies.     Amen. 

august  12 

Once  more  we  thank  Thee,  blessed  Saviour, 
as  we  come  with  grateful  hearts  to  the  bless- 
ings which  are  before  us.  Grant  us  divine 
grace.  Lord,  ever  to  live  for  Thee  and  to  refrain 
from  sin  and  wrong,  for  Thy  dear  name's 
sake.    Amen. 

104 


august  13 

Accept  our  thanks,  0  Lord,  for  this  food 
which  Thou,  through  Thy  great  love  for  us 
do  provide.  Forgive  us  our  sins  and  save 
us  for  Christ*s  sake.     Amen. 

august  14 

Gracious  God,  we  thank  Thee  for  all  Thy 
mercy,  love  and  goodness.  Grant  Thy  bless- 
ing unto  those  who  are  not  so  favored  as  we, 
and  help  us  to  be  faithful  in  return  for  all  Thy 
mercies.     Amen. 

august  15 

We  bless  Thee,  0  God,  for  this  food  which  be- 
tokens Thy  continued  care  over  us;  we 
acknowledge  this  gift,  and  Thy  love  which 
prompts  it,  and  pray  for  fidelity  to  use  our 
strength  in  doing  Thy  good  pleasure,  for  Jesus' 
sake.     Amen. 


august  10 

Make  us  truly  grateful,  Our  Father,  for  the 
blessings  we  are  about  to  receive,  and  enable 
us  to  see  in  them  another  evidence  of  Thy 
constant  care  and  love.     Amen. 

august  17 

Accept,  0  Father,  our  humble  thanks  for 
this  our  daily  food,  and  as  it  adds  strength 
to  our  mortal  bodies,  may  it  give  us  power  to 
render  better  service  to  Thee,  in  Christ's  name. 
Amen. 

august  18 

0  Lord,  through  this  food  grant  unto  us 
bodily  health  and  spiritual  power.  Bless 
these  hearts  united  in  Thy  praise,  and  may 
we  eventually  sit  together  at  the  marriage 
supper  of  Thy  dear  Son,  in  whose  name  we 
ask  it.    Amen. 

xo6 


aUffUSt  19 

Lord,  may  we  thank  Thee  acceptably. 
Bless  Thou  this  food  to  its  intended  use,  and 
make  us  useful  servants  of  Thine,  for  the 
Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

* 

august  20 

We  thank  Thee^  dear  Lord,  for  our  daily 
bread.  Consecrate  it  to  the  upbuilding  of  our 
perishing  bodies,  and  us  to  the  upbuilding  of 
Thy  kingdom.  We  ask  it  for  Jesus'  sake. 
Amen. 

aU0USt  21 

Indulgent  Heavenly  Father,  we  thank 
Thee  for  these  daily  refreshments  from  Thy 
bountiful  hand,  and  for  every  expression  of 
Thy  goodness  manifested  toward  us.  Pardon 
our  unworthiness,  we  ask  in  the  name  of 
Christ.     Amen. 

107 


august  22 

Lord,  we  thank  Thee  for  this  Thy  bountiful 
provision.  Feed  us  ever  on  the  bodily  bread, 
and  on  the  Bread  of  our  souls,  that  we  may 
be  made  strong  in  body  and  soul  to  do  Thy 
will.     Amen. 

augU0t  23 

In  coming  together.  Lord,  to  be  fed  from  Thy 
hand,  we  acknowledge  that  through  Thee 
all  our  daily  needs  are  supplied.  Give  us  the 
grace  to  be  grateful,  and  to  continue  to  walk 
in  the  paths  of  righteousness,  for  Thy  name's 
sake.    Amen. 

augugt  24 

Our  Father,  we  thank  Thee  for  the  mani- 
festations of  Thy  love  to  us  in  Jesus  Christ. 
Help  us  to  live  to  His  praise  and  be  pleased  to 
sanctify  these  temporal  blessings  to  our 
nourishment,  we  ask  in  His  name.     Amen. 

io8 


august  25 

Dear  Father,  for  these  bounties  of  Thy  love, 
and  for  the  communion  we  have  together 
with  Thee  we  give  Thee  thanks.  In  all  these 
things  make  Thy  name  glorious,  for  Christ's 
sake.    Amen. 

August  2d 

Lord,  hear  our  prayer  of  thanksgiving  for 
every  blessing  which  we  have  received.  Par- 
don all  our  wrongs,  and  watch  over  us,  for 
the  Saviour's  sake.     Amen. 

august  27 

0  Gracious  Father,  Thou  knowest  how  much 
our  health,  strength  and  happiness  depend  on 
our  food.  We  thank  Thee  for  these  bless- 
ings of  Thy  providence.  May  we  always  love 
and  serve  Thee  as  Thou  hast  loved  us,  for 
Jesus'  sake.     Amen. 

109 


au0ugt  28 

Dear  Jesus,  as  Thou  dost  break  the  bread 
of  bodfly  nourishment  unto  us,  grant  that  we 
may  likewise  partake  of,  the  Bread  of  Life 
broken  for  us  on  Mount  Calvary.     Amen. 


* 


august  29 

For  this  and  every  expression  of  Thy  great 
love  we  are  profoundly  thankful,  0  God. 
Give  us  the  vision  to  discern  all  Thy  blessings, 
and  fill  us  with  gratitude.     Amen^. 

august  30 

For  life,  health  and  strength  and  these 
blessings  and  mercies  which  we  receive  con- 
stantly from  Thy  hand,  accept  our  thanks  O 
Lord.  We  are  grateful  for  this  food.  We 
pray  that  it  may  be  used  to  Thy  honor.     Amen. 

no 


august  31 

Blessed  Lord,  we  are  daily  refreshed  from 
the  bounty  of  Thy  store  house.  Bless  our 
portion  to-day,  and  give  us  grateful  hearts. 
Amen. 


* 


III 


^tpttm\)tx 


ilafiot  Dap 

As  we  ask  Thy  blessing  upon  our  home 
to-day,  we  ask  too  that  Thou  wilt  graciously 
bless  the  home  of  all  those  who  live  by  the 
sweat  of  their  brow.  Give  us  the  health  to 
labor  on,  and  grace  to  be  proud  of  labor, 
remembering  the  example  of  our  Lord,  and 
his  word  of  commendation  that  the  laborer 
is  worthy  of  his  hire.  Continue  with  us  this 
day  and  evermore.     Amea. 


* 


September  t 


O  Lord,  our  Shepherd,  Thou  hast  not 
suffered  us  to  come  to  want.  Thou  hast 
prepared  the  way  of  peace  and  plenty  before 
us.  May  we  still  give  to  Thee  all  thanks, 
in  Jesus'  name.    Amen. 


Ill 


S>eptem6et  2 

0  Lord,  Thou  art  most  gracious  and  pro- 
videth  for  all  our  needs.  Let  the  mercies 
Thou  art  always  showing  descend  upon  all. 
Make  us  always  grateful  for  the  provision  of 
our  food,  and  save  us  from  sin,  in  Jesus* 
name.    Amen. 

* 

©eptemfiet  3 

Gracious  Father,  we  praise  Thy  mercy 
which  provides  so  faithfully  for  us.  By  this 
food  make  us  stronger  in  body  and  mind,  in 
order  that  we  may  draw  nearer  to  Thyself, 
for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

Septemfiet  4 

Grant,  we  beseech  Thee  0  Lord,  Thy  bless- 
ing upon  this  provision  of  Thy  bounty  to  our 
use,  keep  us  ever  faithful  and  constant  in 
Thy  service  and  pardon  our  sins.    Amen. 

1x6 


fteptembet  5 

0  Heavenly  Father,  for  our  daily  bread  and 
the  manifold  blessings  Thou  showest  us  we 
are  deeply  grateful.  Strengthen  us  that  we 
may  resist  all  temptations  and  live  the  clean, 
pure  life  in  which  we  have  been  enlightened. 
Forgive  us  our  sins  and  save  us,  for  Christ's 
sake.     Amen. 

Septemfier  6 

In  Thy  goodness,  0  God,  Thou  hast  made 
provision  for  Thy  many  poor.  We  are  con- 
stantly dependent  upon  Thee  for  our  food.  Help 
us  as  we  eat  to  bless  Thee,  the  Giver  of  every 
good  gift.    Amen. 

@eptem6et  7 

Transform  this  food  into  life,  0  God,  and 
transform  that  life  into  useful  service  of  Thee, 
for  Jesus*  sake.    Amen. 

"7 


8 


The  blessings  we  receive  from  Thee,  0  Lord, 
each  day  are  a  token  of  Thy  great  love.  We 
ask  Thee  to  make  us  strong  and  healthy,  and 
that  we  may  do  Thy  work  and  be  received  in 
the  Kingdom  of  Heaven.  Accept  our  thanks 
for  this  food  and  grant  that  we  may  continue 
to  receive  Thy  bounties.     Amen. 

©eptemtier  9 

We  bless  Thee  0  God,  for  the  privilege  of 
receiving  these  bounties  from  Thy  hand.  Use 
them  to  our  good  and  purify  our  hearts  from 
all  sin.     We  ask  it  in  His  name.    Amen. 

* 

®eptem6et  10 

For  this,  our  daily  bread,  and  for  every 
good  gift  which  cometh  down  from  Thee, 
we  bless  Thy  holy  name  through  Jesus  Christ 
our  Lord.     Amen. 

ii8 


®eptem6et  1 1 

Lord,  another  day  has  brought  forth  fresh 
tokens  of  Thy  great  love  to  us.  Bless  the 
opportunities  of  this  day,  and  the  food  where- 
with we  are  made  strong  to  serve  Thee. 
These  and  all  favors  we  ask  in  Jesus'  name. 
Amen. 

m 
September  12 

Lord,  Thou  alone  knowest  what  is  good 
for  us.  Do  unto  us  what  seemeth  Thee  best, 
and  grant  that  in  humble  gratitude  and  sub- 
mission we  may  receive  Thy  providence  and 
render  Thee  our  ceaseless  thanks.  Through 
Jesus  Christ  our  Lord.     Amen. 

Septembec  13 

Our  constant  and  erpectant  faith,  0  Lord, 
finds  its  ready  answer  in  Thy  daily  mercies 
to  us.  Thy  children.  Bless  us  with  grateful 
hearts,  for  Jesus*  sake.     Amen. 

119 


@)eptem6et  14 

This  bread  we  eat,  0  Lord,  is  but  the  shadow 
of  that  other  bread  of  Thine.  May  we  also 
partake  of  that  truer  bread,  which  cometh 
down  from  Heaven,  Thy  Son  Jesus  Christ. 
Amen. 

©eptemfiet  15 

*^  Once  more,  0  Lord,  we  dedicate  to  Thee 
our  power  of  body  and  mind.  Sanctify  them 
and  refresh  them  with  these  present  blessings. 
May  we  never  grow  weary  in  well-doing,  but 
be  fervent  in  spirit,  and  fruitful  in  service. 
Through  Christ  our  Saviour.     Amen. 

©eptemfiet  16 

Lord,  Thou  hast  created  us.  Thou  hast 
brought  us  back  from  sin.  Thou  hast  fed  us 
out  of  Thine  own  hand.  Bless  us  to-day,  and 
keep  us  Thine  forevermore.     Amen. 

I2Q 


September  17 

This  food  which  Thou  hast  already  blessed 
in  the  giving,  do  Thou  further  bless  in  our 
partaking,  that  it  may  redound  to  Thy  Glory, 
in  Christ's  name.     Amen. 

* 

©eptemfiet  18 

Let  Thy  manifold  blessings  fix  such  lasting 
impressions  upon  our  souls,  0  God,  that  we 
may  always  praise  Thee  faithfully  on  earth, 
until  it  shall  please  Thee,  of  Thy  unbounded 
mercy,  to  call  us  nearer  to  the  place  of  Thy 
heavenly  habitation  to  praise  our  Lord  and 
Deliverer  to  all  eternity.     Amen. 

Septemfiet  19 

Lord  God,  we  rejoice  to  attribute  unto  Thee 
every  good  and  perfect  gift.  For  these 
present  expressions  of  Thy  grace  accept  our 
deep  thanks.     Amen. 

121 


@)eptemtiet  20 

Lord,  as  we,  Thy  grateful  children  approach 
Thy  table,  bless  this  food  in  the  using,  and 
cleanse  us  of  all  sin,  through  the  Christ. 
Amen« 

©eptemljet  21 

Help  us  to  trust  always  to  Thy  goodness, 
0  Lord,  knowing  that  Thou  wilt  keep  him  in 
perfect  peace  whose  mind  is  stayed  on  Thee. 
May  we  learn  in  whatsoever  state  we  are 
placed  by  Thy  providence,  therewith  to  be 
content.  Bless  us  continually  as  Thou  seest 
we  have  need.     Amen. 


f- 


igieptember  22 


Thy  gifts  toward  us  speak  fervently  of  Thy 
love.  Grant,  Lord,  that  we  by  our  lives  may 
in  some  small  measure  bespeak  the  gratitude 
that  is  within  us,  through  Jesus  Christ.     Amen. 

122 


Septemfier  23 

We  thank  Thee  that  through  Thy  mercy 
strength  and  health  are  given  unto  us.  May  we 
use  every  gift  as  faithful  stewards  of  Thine  and 
finally  hear  Thy  heavenly  greeting,  "Well 
done,  good  and  faithful  servant;  enter  thou 
into  the  joys  of  thy  Lord.*'    Amen. 

* 

September  24 

Dear  Saviour,  Thou  hast  kept  us  from  harm 
and  given  us  strength  sufficient  for  our  day. 
To  Thee  be  praise  for  evermore.  We  give 
Thee  thanks  to-day  for  life  and  health,  for 
the  comfort  of  our  home,  and  for  the  food 
Thou  hast  set  before  us.     Amen. 

gteptemdet  25 

It  is  with  grateful  hearts  that  we  remember 
Thy  constant  mercies,  0  Lord.  Help  us  so  to 
live  as  to  glorify  Thy  holy  name,  through 
Christ  our  Redeemer.     Amen. 

123 


September  2d 

Lord,  make  us  thankful  for  this  food  and 
wherein  the  flesh  is  weak,  make  us  strong. 
Pardon  us  our  many  sins  and  save  our  souls. 
Amen. 

©eptemfiet  27 

May  no  thought  of  earth  and  its  manifold 
cares  tempt  us,  0  Father,  to  forget  Thee. 
Remind  us  now  through  these  graces  that 
Thou  ever  lovest  and  carest  for  Thine  own. 
Help  us  to  be  as  constant  in  our  praise  and 
obedience  to  Thee.     Amen. 

September  28 

We  acknowledge  our  gratitude  to  Thee  for 
all  good  gifts,  0  Father.  In  our  use  of  them 
may  we  prove  that  Thy  trust  has  been  well 
bestowed.  For  the  blessed  name  of  Jesus  we 
pray.     Amen. 

124 


September  29 

Lord,  Thy  mercies  and  favors  are  without 
number.  Make  us  more  worthy  to  be  the 
recipients  of  Thy  grace,  and  pardon  all  that 
Thou  seest  amiss  in  us,  for  Jesus'  sake.     Amen. 

®eptem6er  30 

Almighty  God,  and  gracious  Father  of  men, 
who  openest  Thy  hand  and  fillest  all  things 
with  plenty,  and  hast  provided  Thy  children 
sufficient  to  satisfy  all  our  need,  teach  us  to 
render  back  to  Thee  Thy  due  thanksgiving, 
not  only  in  words,  but  also  in  the  manner  of 
our  living.     For   Christ's  sake.     Amen. 


« 


MS 


flDctofter 


ffl)cto6et  I 

We   thank  Thee,  Lord,  for  this  our  food, 
But  more  because  of  Jesus'  blood. 
Let  manna  to  our  souls  be  given, 
The  Bread  of  Life,  sent  down  from  heaven, 

Amen. 

flPctofiet  2 

Lord,  Thou  hast  not  need  of  our  thanks, 
but  we  have  daily  need  to  remind  ourselves 
of  our  obligation  unto  Thee.  For  all  Thy 
mercies  make  us  ever  truly  grateful.     Amen. 

ffl)cto6et  3 

0  God,  the  Father  of  lights  from  whom 
Cometh  down  every  good  and  perfect  gift; 
mercifully  look  down  upon  our  frailty,  and 
grant  unto  us  such  sustenance  as  Thou  knowest 
to  be  needful  for  us.  In  body  and  soul  may 
we  ever  serve  Thee  with  all  love  and  gratitude. 
Amen. 

9  129 


ffl>ctofier  4 

Be  Thou  the  silent  guest  of  this  our  home. 
Fill  us  with  Thy  sweet  temper,  that  whether 
we  eat,  or  whether  we  drink,  or  whatsoever 
we  do,  all  may  be  done  as  to  the  Lord.    Amen. 

©ctofiet  5 

We  thank  Thee  that  Thou  art  a  God  that 
hearest  and  answerest  prayer.  We  thank 
Thee  that  Thou  hast  given  unto  us  exceeding 
abundantly,  more  than  we  could  ask  or  think. 
So  help  us  to  be  unstinted  in  our  loving 
obedience  to  Thee.     Amen. 

Dctoliet  0 

We  thank  Thee,  0  Lord,  for  Thy  hidden 
blessings,  and  for  those  we  may  have  passed 
over  in  neglect  or  thoughtlessness.  We  thank 
Thee  for  a  Saviour's  love  and  a  Father's  pro- 
viding care.  Guard  us  from  ingratitude  and 
glorify  Thyself  in  us.   For  Christ's  sake.  Amen. 

130 


flDctoDet  7 

Give  unto  us  health  and  strength  to  enjoy 
Thy  daily  blessings,  Lord.  Fulfil  our  present 
need,  we  pray  Thee,  and  pardon  our  sins- 
Amen. 

* 

flPctofier  8 

Father,  hear  us  while  we  pray, 

Look  in  mercy  from  above. 
Give  us  health  and  strength  to-day. 

Hear  and  grant  Thy  pardoning  love. 

Amen. 

ffl)cto6et  9 

Praise  to  God,  immortal  praise, 
For  the  love  that  crowns  our  days ; 
Bounteous  source  of  every  joy ! 
Let  Thy  praise  our  tongues  employ; 
All  to  Thee  our  God  we  owe. 
Source  whence  all  our  blessings  flow. 

Amen. 
131 


Dctofiet  10 

Lord,  we  have  need  of  strong  bodies  and 
alert  minds.  Through  Thy  daily  supply  of 
blessings,  grant  us  these  and  help  us  to  con- 
secrate them  to  Thee.  In  Jesus'  name  hear  us. 
Amen. 

©ctofiet  II 

We  thank  Thee,  Father,  that  in  loving  Thy 
children.  Thou  dost  care  for  their  daily  needs. 
Engender  in  us  the  spirit  of  childlike  faith, 
as  we  ask  in  Jesus'  name.     Amen. 

Dctoliet  12 

It  is  a  great  blessing,  0  Lord,  to  receive 
daily  these  tokens  of  Thy  love.  This  food, 
this  life,  are  instruments  through  which  Thou 
dost  manifest  Thy  eternal  love.  May  we  be 
worthy  of  it  and  serve  Thee  faithfully  and 
work  constantly  for  Thy  cause.    Amen. 

132 


©ctofiet  13 

We  thank  our  Lord  to-day  for  His  past  and 
present  blessing.  May  we  never  forget  Thee 
as  the  source  of  all  we  need.  Bless  us  always, 
in  Christ*s  name.    Amen. 

* 

©ctofiet  14 

May  the  Holy  Spirit  abide  with  us  as  we 
partake  of  these  comforts.  Make  us  this 
day  more  willing  to  follow  our  Lord  and  take 
up  our  cross  for  Him.     Amen. 

* 

ffl)cto6er  15 

If  Thou  wilt  accept  our  thanks,  0  God,  for 
this  food  and  our  prayer  for  the  forgiveness 
of  our  sins,  do  so  and  give  us  the  spirit,  the 
determination  and  the  courage  to  live  up  to 
better  ideals,  ideals  that  will  influence  others 
with  whom  we  are  associated  to  do  better, 
and  that  we  may  set  for  ourselves  a  standard 
from  which  we  will  never  depart.    Amen. 

133 


Onobcr  16 

7  =  11-:  ~'z:  1?.".  ::"~i  :'i:s  pooc 
ziil'e  ui  iTi:e:_!  :::  J'lj  gifts  and  above 
i.;  rise  :::  :ii  Z-:::  ::  L:"?,  Thy  Son  Jesos 
C-r.f:.  I'l}.-  -r  It  :: u.z.:ii  3j:nD2^  those  who 
tj    :-;.:    :r..r;    :z.   21-z:   LHJie:::   eternal   life. 

8 

ETerr  diT  —f  receiTe  from  Tny  hand  that 
~i::i  si:~5  I -J  love  for  oui  life.  Make  us 
-r^zr.ij  ::  ^t*.  rj  e"r:  liT^g  -rorthilv,  and  to 

©ctotcr  18 

H^  us,  0  Lord,  to  be  ~cre  grateful  for  Thj 
and  the  feed  ^rhich  Thou  dost  pro- 
for  -^  each    117.     ^.'e   are  n::   a'-^ajs 
flbcuzhrri!  ti  '■^=:  iiz-^.i  re:  tt*   ac^z:-:^- 

gnftn  :ir  griir    ::'  C-::   ::    le    irre:    aad  set 
•  better  exazi'le  :::  :i:se  '~z'.zi  - ■•-  =  ;-• ' -^^ 


0cto6cr  19 

0  Lord,  our  Shepherd,  make  us  to  lie 
down  in  green  pastures  of  full  trust  in  Thee; 
lead  us  by  the  still  waters  of  Thy  refreshing 
grace ;  restore  Thou  our  souls,  and  lead  us  in  the 
paths  of  righteousness,  for  Thy  name's  sake. 
Amen. 

m 

©ctofaer  20 

As  our  want  and  penurj  returns  upon  us, 
0  Lord,  so  frequent  is  the  return  of  Thy  grace. 
Fill  the  mouths  c:  Tzr  children,  bless  the  poor, 
and  continue  Thj  pro:cCung  care  over  us  all, 
for  Jesus'  sake.     Amen. 


©cto&cr  21 

For  the  great  mercies  shoxn  us,  0  Lord, 
we  pray  that  Thru  -  .:  si:-  -^  the  Hght  that 
we  may  not  be  cai:  u;  :i  :ie  rrcks  of  wicked- 
ness. Help  us  ever  tO  be  grateful  te  these 
bounties  and  the  food  before  us  and  tint  we 
may  help  others  to  do  all  that  is  best.    Amen. 

135 


mtObtt  22 

Our  Mighty  God,  Thou  hast  supplied  us  with 
the  bounties  of  life,  and  for  these  our  hearts 
go  out  in  gratitude  to  Thee.  Bless  us  con- 
tinually as  we  hold  out  our  empty  hands  for 
Thee  to  fill.     In  Christ's  name.     Amen. 

m 
fiDctofier  23 

Countless  are  Thy  blessings,  Lord.  We 
have  need  to  be  thanking  Thee  moment  by 
moment  for  all  Thy  goodness.  We  praise 
Thee  now  for  these  table  blessings,  and 
acknowledge  that  all  our  good  cometh  from 
Thee,    Amen. 

m 
flDctofiet  24 

In  the  manifestation  of  Thy  great  love  for 
us,  0  Lord,  we  come  to  ask  that  Thou  provideth 
also  for  the  needy  and  poor  even  though  our 
own  share  be  diminished.  Let  not  our  faith  in 
Thee  be  shaken,  as  from  this  we  gain  the 
greatest  benefits.  Accept  our  thanks  for 
this  food  and  save  us  for  Christ's  sake.    Amen. 

136 


©ctofiet  25 

strengthen  us  by  these  material  gifts, 
O  Lord,  that  we  may  have  that  more  abundant 
life  which  Thou  didst  come  to  give  us.  Help 
us  to  use  that  life  for  the  glory  of  Thy  kingdom, 
for  Thy  name's  sake.     Amen. 

m 
laDctofiet  20 

Heavenly  Father,  break  unto  us  to-day  the 
Bread  of  Life;  cleanse  our  hearts  from  sin, 
and  every  evil  thought  to  which  we  are  prone. 
Do  good  to  us  in  Thy  good  pleasure,  and 
renew  a  right  spirit  in  us.  Give  us  this  day 
our  daily  bread.     Amen. 

m 
©ctofiet  27 

It  is  with  profoundly  grateful  hearts  we 
come  to  Thee,  0  Lord,  to  offer  thanks  for  this 
food  which  Thou  so  faithfully  and  constantly 
provideth  to  nourish  our  bodies.  May  we  use 
it  to  Thy  good  and  may  our  love  and  service 
for  Thee  ever  increase.     Amen. 

137 


©ctobet  28 

It  is  Thou,  0  Lord,  who  hast  given  all  our 
increase.  Thou  sendest  rain  and  sunshine, 
health  and  prosperity.  We  thank  Thee  for 
what  we  enjoy,  and  beseech  Thy  constant 
protection  for  ourselves  and  our  loved  ones. 
Amen. 

m 
ffl)cto6er  29 

Let  Thy  providing  grace  seek  out  the  needy, 
the  poor  and  the  sorrowful.  Lord.  As  we 
partake,  may  we  feel  that  Thy  watch  care  is 
over  those  less  favored  than  ourselves.  De- 
liver us  from  all  selfishness,  and  make  us  like 
unto  Thee,  through  Christ.     Amen. 

m 
ffl)cto6er  30 

We  do  come  unto  Thee  again,  0  Lord,  with 
grateful  hearts  to  offer  our  thanks  for  Thy 
great  mercies  and  the  food  which  Thou  dost 
provide  for  us  daily  to  nourish  our  bodies. 
May  we  use  the  strength  thus  gained  for  Thy 
cause  and  bring  others  unto  Thee  to  offer  their 
thanks.     Amen. 

138 


2Dcto6et  31 

According  unto  the  multitude  of  Thy  tender 
mercies,  0  God,  blot  out  the  record  of  our  sins. 
Create  within  us  clean  hearts  and  imbue  us 
with  thankfulness  for  Thy  continued  mercies, 
through  Jesus  Christ.     Amen. 


^ 


139 


iI5ot)emfter 


iI3otiem6et  I 

The  earth  is  Thine,  0  God.  Grant  in  Thy 
love  to  survey  the  broad  expanse  of  Thy 
dominion,  and  this  day  bless  our  loved  ones. 
Provide  for  their  needs  as  ours,  and  watch 
between  us  and  them  while  we  are  absent  one 
from  the  other.     Amen. 

m 
jfI3otiem6er  2 

0  Thou  Merciful  God,  as  Thou  dost  provide 
us  each  day  with  the  necessities  of  the  life 
which  Thou  hast  so  graciously  given  us, 
pardon  our  sins  in  the  past  and  save  us  from 
them  in  the  future.  May  this  prayer  be  heard 
as  our  other  prayers  have  been,  and  our 
thanks  be  accepted  for  this  food  which  Thou 
hast  again  placed  before  us.     Amen. 

m 
jfI3aMem6er  3 

Guide  us  by  Thy  spirit  into  all  the  truth  as 
it  is  in  Christ  Jesus,  prepare  us  to  receive  these 
daily  graces  in  the  spirit  of  thankfulness,  and 
lead  us  eventually  to  our  home  in  Heaven  with 
Thee.      Amen. 

143 


jI9oOem6et  4 

Dear  Lord,  accept  our  sincere  thanks  for 
these  new  blessings,  and  hear  us  in  our  prayer 
for  pardon.  In  Jesus'  name  we  ask  Thee. 
Amen. 

SB 

0  Lord,  forgive  our  sins  in  the  past  and  those 
we  may  commit  in  the  future,  but  help  us  to 
avoid  temptation  that  we  may  not  fall,  that 
we  may  lead  a  proper  life  and  make  it  useful  to 
Thee  and  our  fellow-man.  We  give  Thee  thanks 
for  this  provision  of  food  from  Thy  bounty, 
and  pray  that  Thy  mercies  may  be  continued. 
Amen. 

SB 

jQotiemfiet  0 

We  read  in  every  providence  of  Thy  love 
and  watch  care.  May  all  things  work  together 
for  our  good,  according  as  we  love  Thee. 
Amen. 

144 


jSoiiemfiet  7 

Remind  us,  Lord,  from  day  to  day  of  our 
continued  dependence  upon  Tliee,  and  enable  us 
with  thanksgiving  to  receive  Thine  every 
blessing.    Amen. 


JI3otiem6et  8 

If,  in  all  these  years  through  which  we 
have  been  permitted  to  enjoy  the  life  Thou 
hast  given  us,  we  have  failed  to  remember 
Thee  and  what  Thou  hast  done  for  us,  forgive 
us,  0  Lord,  and  accept  our  prayer.  Accept 
our  thanks  for  this,  another  day  of  Thy  great 
mercy  and  love  and  bless  this  food  to  Thy  use. 
Amen. 

JI9otiem6et  9 

Enable  us,  0  Christ,  to  devote  our  lives 
fully  to  Thee,  in  return  for  all  Thy  daily 
mercies.  Sanctify  these  gifts  to  their  in- 
tended uses,  and  purge  our  souls  from  sin  by 
Thine  own  blood.  Amen. 
10  145 


Lord,  Thou  didst  crown  Thy  creative  works 
by  making  man  in  Thine  image,  and  dedicat- 
ing unto  his  use  all  the  products  of  the  ground. 
May  Thy  trust  not  be  betrayed.  May  we  use 
these  blessings  as  in  Thy  sight,  and  render 
to  Thee  true  gratitude.     Amen. 

m 
JSotiembet  ii 

We  must  return  to  Thee  something,  0  Lord, 
for  Thy  great  love  for  us.  We  accept  daily 
Thy  great  mercies  with  wonder  at  the  con- 
stancy of  Thy  love  for  creatures  so  weak  and 
sinful.  Help  us  to  be  strong  that  we  may 
keep  Thy  commandments  and  in  so  doing 
help  others  to  do  Thy  bidding.     Amen. 

jQotiemfiet  12 

The  strength  of  the  hills,  and  the  depth  of  the 
sea, 
The  earth  and  its  fulness  belongeth  to  Thee; 
And  yet  to  the  lowly  Thou  bendest  Thine  ear, 
So  ready  their  humble  petitions  to  hear. 

Amen. 
146 


jQotjemfiet  13 

All  honor  and  praise  to  Thine  excellent  name ; 

Thy  love  is  unchanging,  forever  the  same; 
We  bless  and  adore  Thee,  0  Saviour  and  King; 

With  joy  and  thanksgiving  Thy  praises  we 
sing.     Amen. 

iI3otiem6et  14 

Thou  art  full  of  love  for  us,  0  Lord,  as  Thou 
showest  us  from  day  to  day.  Let  us  show  unto 
our  fellow-man  the  love  which  Thou  teachest 
and  convey  to  him  the  light  we  have  received 
from  Thee.  Accept  this,  our  thanks,  for  the 
food  spread  before  us  and  help  us  to  live  a  good 
and  useful  life.     Amen. 

jQoijemfier  15 

Remembering  these  and  all  Thy  blessings, 
Lord,  help  us  to  spend  our  best  energies  in 
the  advancement  of  that  Kingdom  which 
Jesus  came  into  the  world  to  establish,  and 
may  we  enthrone  Him  in  our  own  hearts  first. 
In  His  name.     Amen. 

147 


jQotiemlier  10 

Bless,  0  Lord,  this  food  to  our  use,  and  give 
us  thankful  hearts,  through  Jesus  Christ  our 
Lord.     Amen. 


« 


il3o»em6et  17 

Dear  Father,  we  give  Thee  thanks  for  life 
and  health  and  for  this  our  daily  bread,  that 
Thou  hast  given  for  our  physical  strength. 
Feed  our  souls,  we  pray  Thee,  with  Thy  Holy 
Spirit  and  finally  bring  us  safely  imto  Thyself 
in  glory,  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 


« 


We  are  ever  conscious.  Lord,  of  our  sin- 
fulness and  our  constant  need  of  Thee. 
Support  our  lives  by  Thy  grace,  and  bring  us 
safely  to  Thy  heavenly  home.     Amen. 

148 


Jl3ot)em6er  19 

Cover  all  our  sins  with  Thy  pardon,  0 
Christ,  and  make  us  strong  to  overcome  all 
sins,  especially  the  sin  of  ingratitude.  In  all 
these  bounties  help  us  to  see  Thee,  and  glorify 
Thee.     Amen. 

as 
jeotiemliet  20 

Dear  Father,  hear  the  prayer  of  Thy  chil- 
dren, that  as  we  travel  life's  journey  from 
day  to  day,  thanking  Thee  ever.  Thou  wilt 
lead  us  on  into  that  Great  Country  where 
our  imperfect  faith  shall  blossom  into  know- 
ledge, and  our  feeble  thanks  shall  give  way 
to  the  hallelujahs  of  Heavenly  praise.     Amen. 

jSotiemfiet  21 

Be  merciful,  0  God,  to  those  in  darkness 
and  sin  to-day.  Lead  them  to  the  light,  that 
they  may  see  as  we  see  Thy  great  love.  Hasten 
the  day  when  every  nation  shall  return  due 
thanks  to  Thee.     Amen. 

149 


J0ot)em6et  22 

Thou  hast  not  redeemed  us  for  ourselves 
alone.  Give  us  some  share  in  Thy  great  plans 
of  spreading  abroad  the  Gospel  of  Salvation, 
and  may  that  message  show  its  power  in  our 
own  lives.    Amen. 

jeotiem6et  23 

Thine    infinite    goodness    our   tongues    shall 
employ ; 
Thou  givest  us  richly  all  things  to  enjoy; 
We'll  follow  Thy  footsteps,  we'll  rest  in  Thy 
love. 
And  soon  we  shall  praise  Thee  in  mansions 
above.    Amen. 

m 
Cf)anfe]S0fi!ln0  Dap 

Once  more  we  come,  Lord,  to  the  day  of  spe- 
cial thanksgiving.  Our  thoughts  are  turned 
backward.  The  days  have  rolled  into  the  sea- 
sons, the  seasons  into  the  year.  Each  day  has 
been  crowded  with  Thee.  Each  season  has 
brought  forth  new  proofs  of  Thy  loving  fore- 
thought. May  we  this  day  pledge  Thee  our  grat- 
itude anew.  Continue,  we  pray  Thee,  to  sur- 
round us  with  Thy  care,  in  Jesus'  name.  Amen. 

150 


iQotiemliet  24 

Our  Father  who  art  in  Heaven,  we  thank 
Thee  for  blessings,  enjoyments,  powers  af- 
forded unto  us  and  unto  all  men,  and  for  all 
good  that  has  been  given  to  this  generation 
in  its  manifold  forms.  Help  us  to  realize 
how  many  greater  and  better  things  God  has 
waiting  for  us,  and  accordingly  to  glorify 
His  name.     Amen. 

iQptiemfiet  25 

Lord,  Thou  art  a  fountain  that  never 
faileth.  Fail  us  not  in  this,  our  physical 
need.  Above  all  else,  help  us  to  call  on  Thee 
for  the  daily  supply  of  spiritual  power  we 
need.    Through  Christ.     Amen. 

8B 

iQotiemfiet  26 

Reveal  unto  us  more  of  Thyself,  0  God, 
that  we  may  know  more  of  Thy  love,  and  be 
yet  more  conscious  that  Thou  art  the  giver  of 
every  good  and  perfect  gift.  Accept  our 
thanks,  and  grant  us  Thy  salvation.     Amen. 

151 


JSotiemfiet  27 

We  ask  Thy  blessing  upon  the  meal  now 
spread  before  us.  Help  us  to  feel  more  than 
we  can  of  ourselves  that  all  that  we  have 
Cometh  from  Thee.  Strengthen  us  by  these 
material  things  that  we  may  serve  Thee 
better  in  spirit  and  in  true  holiness  of  life. 
In  the  name  of  the  Great  Three  in  One. 
Amen. 

SB 

K^otiem&et  28 

J 

\l  Heavenly  Father,  we  thank  Thee  for  this 
food ;  as  it  nourishes  the  body  may  it  strengthen 
us  in  Thy  service.    Amen. 

\ 

m 
JSotiemfier  29 

Dear  Lord  make  us  truly  thankful  for 
blessings  we  are  about  to  receive,  which  are 
another  manifestation  of  the  great  mercy 
and  love  shown  us  by  our  Saviour.    Amen. 

152 


jl3oUem6et  30 

Most  gracious  God  we  thank  Thee  for  Thy 
mercy,  goodness  and  love.  We  thank  Thee 
for  this  food.  Remember  those  who  are  not 
so  fortunate  as  we  and  grant  that  we  shall 
be  faithful  in  return  for  all  these  mercies, 
for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 


& 


153 


2>eeembet 


Decemfiet  l 

We  thank  Thee  dear  Lord  for  this  food. 
Bless  it  to  the  nourishment  of  our  perishing 
bodies  and  us  to  Thy  service,  we  ask  for 
Jesus'  sake.    Amen. 

89 

Decemfiet  2 

Heavenly  Father,  we  give  thanks  to  Thee. 
Be  with  us  during  this  meal  and  make  us 
more  faithful  to  the  One  who  taught  us  to 
say:  "Give  us  this  day  our  daily  bread." 
Amen. 

m 
December  3 

We  do  thank  Thee  again,  blessed  Saviour, 
and  we  do  come  with  grateful  hearts  to  the 
blessings  which  Thou  hast  spread  before  us. 
Grant  us.  Lord,  Thy  grace  divine;  help  us 
to  live  for  Thee  always,  keep  us  free  from 
sin  and  wrong,  and  may  our  hearts  be  wholly 
Thine,  for  Thy  blessed  name's  sake.     Amen. 

157 


Decemfiet  4 

Accept  our  thanks  for  these  blessings  0 
Lord,  and  consecrate  them  to  our  use  and  us 
to  Thy  service,  we  ask  in  the  name  of  our 
Saviour.     Amen. 


a 


DecemSer  5 

As  the  Pilgrim  lifted  up  his  thanks  to  Thee, 
so  lift  we  up  our  praise  for  the  many  blessings 
sent  us.     Amen 


SB 


Decemfiet  6 

We  thank  Thee,  Father,  for  life  and  health 
and  for  this  our  daily  food,  that  Thou  hast 
given  us  to  nourish  these  mortal  bodies. 
Now  we  beseech  Thee  to  feed  our  souls  with 
Thy  Holy  Spirit  and  finally  gather  us  into  Thy 
Kingdom  in  one  happy  and  unbroken  family, 
for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

158 


Decemfiet  7 

We  are  grateful  unto  Thee,  0  Father,  for 
this  material  expression  of  Thy  love.  Open 
our  eyes  to  see  wherein  Thou  hast  blessed 
us  spiritually  and  make  us  thankful.     Amen. 

December  8 

Accept  our  thanks,  0  gracious  Lord,  for 
this  food  and  for  all  the  material  and  spiritual 
blessings  we  receive.  Forgive  our  sins  and 
watch  over  us  in  Jesus'  name.     Amen. 

Decemliet  9 

As  we  come  to  Thy  table,  0  Lord,  to  receive 
Thy  favors  we  feel  that  Thou  art  the  one  and 
only  God  that  can  give  us  the  Bread  of  Life 
forever.  Accept  our  thanks,  0  Lord,  and  help 
us  to  walk  in  the  paths  of  the  righteous. 
Amen. 

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Our  Father,  we  return  thanks  to  Thee  for 
this  bounty  of  Thy  love  and  for  the  sweet 
fellowship  we  have  together.  Sanctify  it  all 
to  Thy  glory,  we  ask  in  Jesus'  name.     Amen. 


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Decemliet  II 

Blessed  Master,  as  Thou  didst  sit  at  meat 
with  Thy  disciples  in  Galilee,  so  be  our  spiritual 
host  and  break  the  Bread  of  Life  to  us.     Amen. 

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December  12 

Dear  Lord,  we  thank  Thee  for  the  food 
Thou  hast  provided  for  us.  May  we  always 
be  able  to  have  our  daily  bread  and  the 
Bread  of  Life,  and  may  we  be  given  the 
strength  to  serve  Thee  faithfully  and  work 
for  Thy  cause.     Amen. 

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Decemljet  13 

Our  Father,  we  give  thanks  to  Thee  for  the 
returning  day;  for  refreshed  bodies;  for  these 
provisions  of  Thy  love.  Sanctify  them  all 
to  Thy  glory.     Amen. 


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December  14 

0  Lord,  our  Father,  we  thank  Thee  for 
another  day  of  opportunity  and  for  this 
physical  nourishment.  Feed  our  souls  with 
Thy  fellowship  this  day.     Amen. 


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Decemliet  15 

Gracious  Lord,  Thou  art  breaking  the  bread 
of  physical  life  to  us.  We  thank  Thee. 
Grant  that  our  souls  may  feed  upon  Thy  Son's 
flesh  and  blood  given  on  Calvary.     Amen. 

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Decemfier  16 

Most  gracious  Lord  from  whose  store  house 
all  are  fed,  bless  we  pray  Thee,  this  our  meal, 
for  Jesus'  sake.     Amen. 


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Decemfiet  17 

Sanctify  this  food,  0  Lord,  that  it  may  be 
life  to  the  body,  and  use  us  in  Thy  service 
for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 


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Decemfier  18 

We  give  thanks  to  Thee,  0  Lord,  that  with 
the  Psalmist  each  of  us  may  say,  **The  Lord 
is  my  Shepherd,  I  shall  not  want."  Bless 
this  food  and  our  fellowship  to  Thy  glory,  we 
ask  in  Jesus'  name.     Amen. 

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Decemtiet  19 

We  are  profoundly  grateful,  0  God,  for  all 
Thy  merciful  kindness  toward  us.  Accept  our 
thanks  for  this  food,  and  cleanse  us  from  all 
sin,  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 


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December  20 

Our  Heavenly  Father,  it  is  of  Thy  bounty  we 
are  fed.  Bless  this  food  to  the  strengthening 
of  our  bodies,  and  us  to  Thy  service,  for  Christ's 
sake.     Amen. 


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Decemfiet  21 

0  most  merciful  Father,  we  bless  Thee  for 
Thy  great  mercy  in  providing  for  our  every 
need.  May  this  food  make  stronger  our 
bodies  in  order  that  we  may  more  perfectly 
love  Thee  for  Jesus'  sake.     Amen. 

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Decenifiet  22 

Thou,  0  God,  hast  of  Thy  goodness  prepared 
for  the  poor.  They  shall  eat  and  be  satisfied 
and  bless  Thee — as  we  do  this  day.     Amen. 

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Decemfiet  23 

For  our  daily  food,  and  all  God's  gifts  His 
Holy  Name  be  thanked  and  praised,  through 
Jesus  Christ  our  Lord.     Amen. 

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Decem&et  24 

Dear  Lord,  we  do  gratefully  thank  Thee 
this  day  for  allowing  us  the  privilege  of  com- 
ing together  again  to  enjoy  the  abundant  bless- 
ing that  Thou  hast  so  lovingly  provided  for  our 
physical  bodies;  may  it  be  food  for  our  bodies 
and  nourishment  for  our  souls,  and  may 
our  hearts  be  made  pure  from  all  sin,  for 
Jesus'  sake.     Amen. 

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Cficfstmas 

We  thank  Thee  for  the  blessings  received 
during  the  days  that  are  gone,  and  ask  Thy 
Divine  blessing  upon  this  food  this  Holy 
Christmas  morning,  for  Jesus'  sake.     Amen. 


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©ecembcr  25— (ZBbfnina 

We  thank  Thee  for  this  day's  feast,  insti- 
tuted by  the  Birth  of  Thy  Holy  Son.  Bless 
us  and  guide  us  through  all  time,  we  ask  for 
Jesus'  sake.     Amen. 

December  26 

The  eyes  of  all  wait  upon  Thee,  0  Lord, 
and  Thou  givest  them  meat  in  due  season. 
Amen. 

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Decemtiet  27 

Grant,  0  Lord,  as  we  take  this  food  with 
thankfulness,  we  may  also  receive  the  true 
Bread  of  Life — Thy  son  Jesus  Christ  our  Lord. 
Amen. 


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Decem&et  28 

0  Thou  giver  of  every  good  and  perfect 
gift,  accept  our  tribute  of  praise,  which  we 
now  offer,  for  this  expression  of  Thy  love  to 
us,  and  this  we  ask  on  behalf  of  Christ  our 
Saviour.    Amen. 


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Decemtiet  29 

Dear  Lord,  we  thank  Thee  for  this  food. 
Sanctify  it  to  the  nourishment  of  our  sinful 
bodies,  pardon  all  our  sins  and  save  us  in 
Heaven,  for  Christ's  sake.     Amen. 

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Decemliec  30 

Our  most  merciful  Father,  who  of  gracious 
goodness  hast  heard  the  devout  prayers  of  Thy 
church,  and  turned  our  dearth  and  scarcity 
into  plenty,  we  give  Thee  humble  thanks 
for  this  blessed  food  which  Thou  hast  set 
before  us.  Through  Jesus  Christ  Our  Lord. 
Amen. 

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Decemfiet  31 

We  thank  Thee,  Heavenly  Father,  for  Thy 
love  and  mercies  and  that  we  are  given  the 
health  and  strength  to  lend  our  services  to 
Thy  work.  Accept  our  great  thanks  for  the 
food  laid  before  us  each  day  and  Thy  watch- 
fulness and  care  over  us.  Help  us  to  be 
always  grateful  for  Thy  mercies,  forgive  us 
our  sins,  and  bring  us  to  life  everlasting. 
Amen. 


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